Least Grebe vs Australasian Grebe
Tachybaptus dominicus compared with Tachybaptus novaehollandiae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Least Grebe | Australasian Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tachybaptus dominicus | Tachybaptus novaehollandiae |
| Order | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Family | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 19.4 cm (7.6 in) | 20.4 cm (8.0 in) |
| Weight | 134.75 g (4.75 oz) | 190.5 g (6.72 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 1-9 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Least Grebe
Least Concern
Australasian Grebe
About These Birds
Least Grebe
Least Grebe (Tachybaptus dominicus) is the smallest New World grebe at 21–27 cm. Dark grey overall in breeding plumage with yellow eye, blackish cap, and short bill. Inhabits small freshwater ponds, ditches, and marshes from the southern USA through Central and South America to northern Argentina. Feeds on small fish and aquatic invertebrates.
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.