Colombian Grebe vs Australasian Grebe
Podiceps andinus compared with Tachybaptus novaehollandiae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Colombian Grebe | Australasian Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Podiceps andinus | Tachybaptus novaehollandiae |
| Order | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Family | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Conservation Status | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 20.4 cm (8.0 in) |
| Weight | — | 190.5 g (6.72 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1-9 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Extinct
Colombian Grebe
Least Concern
Australasian 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.
Australasian Grebe
Australasian Grebe (Tachybaptus novaehollandiae) is a small 23–25 cm grebe of Australia, New Guinea, and many Pacific islands. Dark brown in breeding plumage with rich chestnut face sides and pale spot at base of bill. Inhabits freshwater lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and slow rivers. Very common across Australia.