Australasian Grebe vs Madagascar Grebe
Tachybaptus novaehollandiae compared with Tachybaptus pelzelnii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Australasian Grebe | Madagascar Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tachybaptus novaehollandiae | Tachybaptus pelzelnii |
| Order | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Family | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.4 cm (8.0 in) | 18.9 cm (7.4 in) |
| Weight | 190.5 g (6.72 oz) | 172.75 g (6.09 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-9 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Australasian Grebe
Endangered
Madagascar Grebe
About These Birds
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.
Madagascar Grebe
Madagascar Grebe (Tachybaptus pelzelnii) is a small 25–29 cm grebe endemic to freshwater lakes and wetlands in Madagascar. Pale brown with rufous neck sides; paler than Little Grebe. Inhabits lakes and reservoirs including Lake Alaotra and Lake Ihotry.