Atitlan Grebe
Podilymbus gigas
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<birdfyi-bird slug="podilymbus-gigas"></birdfyi-bird>The Atitlan Grebe (Podilymbus gigas) is a bird species in the family Podicipedidae (grebes), within the order Podicipediformes (grebes). Recorded measurements include a weight of 682.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Extinct.
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Atitlan Grebe (Podilymbus gigas) is an extinct large flightless grebe formerly endemic to Lake Atitlán, Guatemala. Similar to Pied-billed Grebe but larger, with heavier bill and flightless wings. Extirpated by the 1980s due to introduced bass predating chicks, reed-bed destruction, and hunting. Last confirmed individuals died in the early 1990s.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 682.6666666666666 g | 24.08 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podicipediformes (Grebes) |
| Family | Podicipedidae (Grebes) |
| Genus | Podilymbus |
| Species | Podilymbus gigas |
Distribution
Atitlan Grebe has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Podicipedidae family