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Hooded Grebe
Podiceps gallardoi
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Critically Endangered
Wingspan
28.3 cm
Weight
580.0 g
Family
Podicipedidae
Order
Podicipediformes
About
Hooded Grebe (Podiceps gallardoi) is a medium 32–38 cm grebe endemic to the Patagonian plateau lakes of Argentina. Striking black and white head with pale reddish-orange crown and crest. Critically Endangered; population declined from ~3,000 to ~800 since the 1980s.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 28.3 cm | 11.1 in |
| Weight | 580.0 g | 20.46 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podicipediformes (Grebes) |
| Family | Podicipedidae (Grebes) |
| Genus | Podiceps |
| Species | Podiceps gallardoi |
Distribution
Hooded Grebe has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hooded Grebe endangered?
The Hooded Grebe has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Hooded Grebe nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Hooded Grebe?
The Hooded Grebe has a wingspan of 28.3 cm, weight of 580.0 g.
What order and family does the Hooded Grebe belong to?
The Hooded Grebe (Podiceps gallardoi) belongs to the order Podicipediformes and the family Podicipedidae.
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