Colombian Grebe vs New Zealand Grebe
Podiceps andinus verglichen mit Poliocephalus rufopectus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Merkmal | Colombian Grebe | New Zealand Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Wissenschaftlicher Name | Podiceps andinus | Poliocephalus rufopectus |
| Ordnung | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Familie | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Erhaltungsstatus | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Länge | — | — |
| Flügelspannweite | — | 22,2 cm (8.7 in) |
| Gewicht | — | 230,5 g (8.13 oz) |
| Ernährung | -- | -- |
| Gelegegröße | -- | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Erhaltungsstatus
Extinct
Colombian Grebe
Least Concern
New Zealand 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.
New Zealand Grebe
New Zealand Grebe (Poliocephalus rufopectus) is a small 27–29 cm grebe endemic to New Zealand's North Island. Dark cap; chestnut neck; whitish cheeks. Inhabits shallow, vegetated freshwater lakes and ponds. Endangered; population only ~1,900 birds and declining.