Hoary-headed Grebe vs Australasian Grebe
Poliocephalus poliocephalus compared with Tachybaptus novaehollandiae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Hoary-headed Grebe | Australasian Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Poliocephalus poliocephalus | Tachybaptus novaehollandiae |
| Order | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Family | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 22.0 cm (8.7 in) | 20.4 cm (8.0 in) |
| Weight | 243.16666666666666 g (8.58 oz) | 190.5 g (6.72 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-5 | 1-9 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Hoary-headed Grebe
Least Concern
Australasian Grebe
About These Birds
Hoary-headed Grebe
Hoary-headed Grebe (Poliocephalus poliocephalus) is a small 27–30 cm grebe endemic to Australia and southern New Guinea. Distinctive pale grey and white head with fine dark streaking giving 'hoary' appearance; chestnut neck sides. Inhabits open freshwater lakes and reservoirs. Highly nomadic, following rain across the arid interior.
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.