Colombian Grebe vs Madagascar Grebe
Podiceps andinus comparé à Tachybaptus pelzelnii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Colombian Grebe | Madagascar Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Podiceps andinus | Tachybaptus pelzelnii |
| Ordre | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Famille | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Statut de conservation | Extinct | Endangered |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | — | 18,9 cm (7.4 in) |
| Poids | — | 172,75 g (6.09 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | -- | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Extinct
Colombian Grebe
Endangered
Madagascar 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.
Madagascar Grebe
Madagascar Grebe (Tachybaptus pelzelnii) is a small 25–29 cm grebe endemic to freshwater lakes and wetlands in Madagascar. Pale brown with rufous neck sides; paler than Little Grebe. Inhabits lakes and reservoirs including Lake Alaotra and Lake Ihotry.