Colombian Grebe vs Australasian Grebe
Podiceps andinus comparé à Tachybaptus novaehollandiae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Colombian Grebe | Australasian Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Podiceps andinus | Tachybaptus novaehollandiae |
| Ordre | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Famille | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Statut de conservation | Extinct | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | — | 20,4 cm (8.0 in) |
| Poids | — | 190,5 g (6.72 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | -- | 1-9 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Extinct
Colombian Grebe
Least Concern
Australasian 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.
Australasian Grebe
Australasian Grebe (Tachybaptus novaehollandiae) is a small 23–25 cm grebe of Australia, New Guinea, and many Pacific islands. Dark brown in breeding plumage with rich chestnut face sides and pale spot at base of bill. Inhabits freshwater lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and slow rivers. Very common across Australia.