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Tricolored Grebe

Tachybaptus tricolor

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Family
Podicipedidae
Order
Podicipediformes

About

Tricolored Grebe (Tachybaptus tricolor) is a small 22–25 cm grebe of the Moluccas and western Pacific islands. Named for its tri-toned appearance: dark brown above, chestnut sides, white underparts. Inhabits freshwater lakes, ponds, and slow rivers. Restricted to islands including Sulawesi, the Moluccas, the Solomons, and New Britain.

Habitat & Range

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Incubation: 20-25 days. Fledging: 44-48 days.

Clutch Size

2-10

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Podicipediformes (Grebes)
Family Podicipedidae (Grebes)
Genus Tachybaptus
Species Tachybaptus tricolor

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Tricolored Grebe nest?
Incubation: 20-25 days. Fledging: 44-48 days.
What order and family does the Tricolored Grebe belong to?
The Tricolored Grebe (Tachybaptus tricolor) belongs to the order Podicipediformes and the family Podicipedidae.

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