Western Grebe vs Colombian Grebe
Aechmophorus occidentalis comparé à Podiceps andinus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Western Grebe | Colombian Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Aechmophorus occidentalis | Podiceps andinus |
| Ordre | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Famille | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Extinct |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 36,9 cm (14.5 in) | — |
| Poids | 1302,5 g (45.94 oz) | — |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 3-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
Western Grebe
Extinct
Colombian 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.
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.