Western Grebe vs Least Grebe
Aechmophorus occidentalis verglichen mit Tachybaptus dominicus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Merkmal | Western Grebe | Least Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Wissenschaftlicher Name | Aechmophorus occidentalis | Tachybaptus dominicus |
| Ordnung | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Familie | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Erhaltungsstatus | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Länge | — | — |
| Flügelspannweite | 36,9 cm (14.5 in) | 19,4 cm (7.6 in) |
| Gewicht | 1302,5 g (45.94 oz) | 134,75 g (4.75 oz) |
| Ernährung | -- | -- |
| Gelegegröße | 3-4 | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Erhaltungsstatus
Western Grebe
Least Grebe
About These Birds
Western Grebe
Western Grebe (Aechmophorus occidentalis) is a large 55–75 cm grebe of western North America. Elegant black and white pattern; long sinuous neck; long yellow-green bill; red eye. Inhabits large freshwater lakes; winters on coastal seas. Famous for synchronized rushing-water courtship display. Feeds mainly on fish. Wingspan to 102 cm.
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.