Colombian Grebe vs Great Crested Grebe
Podiceps andinus verglichen mit Podiceps cristatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Merkmal | Colombian Grebe | Great Crested Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Wissenschaftlicher Name | Podiceps andinus | Podiceps cristatus |
| Ordnung | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Familie | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Erhaltungsstatus | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Länge | — | — |
| Flügelspannweite | — | 36,7 cm (14.4 in) |
| Gewicht | — | 843,8333333333334 g (29.77 oz) |
| Ernährung | -- | -- |
| Gelegegröße | -- | 3-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Erhaltungsstatus
Extinct
Colombian Grebe
Least Concern
Great Crested 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.
Great Crested Grebe
Great Crested Grebe (Podiceps cristatus) is a large 46–51 cm, elegant grebe of Eurasia, Africa, and Australasia. Breeding plumage: elaborate chestnut and black head crest and ruff; white face; reddish-pink bill. Inhabits large freshwater lakes and reservoirs; winters on coastal seas. Wingspan to 90 cm. Famous for mirror-display courtship dance.