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Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

Least Concern
Envergure
33,4 cm
Poids
1120,6666666666667 g
Famille
Podicipedidae
Ordre
Podicipediformes

The Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena) is a bird species in the family Podicipedidae (grebes), within the order Podicipediformes (grebes). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 33.4 cm and a weight of 1.1 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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À propos

Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena) is a medium 40–50 cm grebe of Eurasia and North America. Breeding plumage: rich chestnut-red neck and breast; grey-white cheeks; black cap; yellow-based bill. Inhabits freshwater lakes; winters on coastal seas. Wingspan to 85 cm. Migratory; breeds in boreal zone, winters on coastal waters.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 33,4 cm 13.1 in
Poids 1120,6666666666667 g 39.53 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 21-23 days. Fledging: 72 days.

Taille de la couvée

3-5

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Podicipediformes (Grebes)
Famille Podicipedidae (Grebes)
Genus Podiceps
Espèces Podiceps grisegena

Distribution

Red-necked Grebe has been recorded in 6 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

Is the Red-necked Grebe endangered?
The Red-necked Grebe has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Red-necked Grebe nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 21-23 days. Fledging: 72 days.
How big is the Red-necked Grebe?
The Red-necked Grebe has a wingspan of 33.4 cm, weight of 1120.6666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Red-necked Grebe belong to?
The Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena) belongs to the order Podicipediformes and the family Podicipedidae.

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