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Madagascar Grebe
Tachybaptus pelzelnii
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Endangered
Wingspan
18.9 cm
Weight
172.75 g
Family
Podicipedidae
Order
Podicipediformes
About
Madagascar Grebe (Tachybaptus pelzelnii) is a small 25–29 cm grebe endemic to freshwater lakes and wetlands in Madagascar. Pale brown with rufous neck sides; paler than Little Grebe. Inhabits lakes and reservoirs including Lake Alaotra and Lake Ihotry.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.9 cm | 7.4 in |
| Weight | 172.75 g | 6.09 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podicipediformes (Grebes) |
| Family | Podicipedidae (Grebes) |
| Genus | Tachybaptus |
| Species | Tachybaptus pelzelnii |
Distribution
Madagascar 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 Madagascar Grebe endangered?
The Madagascar Grebe has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Madagascar Grebe nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Madagascar Grebe?
The Madagascar Grebe has a wingspan of 18.9 cm, weight of 172.75 g.
What order and family does the Madagascar Grebe belong to?
The Madagascar Grebe (Tachybaptus pelzelnii) belongs to the order Podicipediformes and the family Podicipedidae.
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