Colombian Grebe vs Red-necked Grebe
Podiceps andinus compared with Podiceps grisegena
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Colombian Grebe | Red-necked Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Podiceps andinus | Podiceps grisegena |
| Order | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Family | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 33.4 cm (13.1 in) |
| Weight | — | 1120.6666666666667 g (39.53 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Colombian Grebe
Least Concern
Red-necked Grebe
About These Birds
Colombian Grebe
Colombian Grebe (Podiceps andinus) is an extinct small to medium grebe formerly endemic to Lake Tota in the eastern Andes of Colombia at 3,000 m. Related to Black-necked Grebe; had chestnut neck and facial tufts. Declared extinct in 1977 following drainage of much of Lake Tota, hunting, and pesticide use.
Red-necked Grebe
Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena) is a medium 40–50 cm grebe of Eurasia and North America. Breeding plumage: rich chestnut-red neck and breast; grey-white cheeks; black cap; yellow-based bill. Inhabits freshwater lakes; winters on coastal seas. Wingspan to 85 cm. Migratory; breeds in boreal zone, winters on coastal waters.