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Hoary-headed Grebe

Poliocephalus poliocephalus

Least Concern
Rentang Sayap
22,0 cm
Berat
243,16666666666666 g
Famili
Podicipedidae
Ordo
Podicipediformes

The Hoary-headed Grebe (Poliocephalus poliocephalus) is a bird species in the family Podicipedidae (grebes), within the order Podicipediformes (grebes). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22 cm and a weight of 243.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Tentang

Hoary-headed Grebe (Poliocephalus poliocephalus) is a small 27–30 cm grebe endemic to Australia and southern New Guinea. Distinctive pale grey and white head with fine dark streaking giving 'hoary' appearance; chestnut neck sides. Inhabits open freshwater lakes and reservoirs. Highly nomadic, following rain across the arid interior.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Rentang Sayap 22,0 cm 8.7 in
Berat 243,16666666666666 g 8.58 oz

Habitat & Range

Status Konservasi

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Perilaku & Berkembang Biak

Bersarang

Nest type: PL.

Ukuran Sarang

3-5

Taksonomi

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordo Podicipediformes (Grebes)
Famili Podicipedidae (Grebes)
Genus Poliocephalus
Spesies Poliocephalus poliocephalus

Distribution

Hoary-headed Grebe has been recorded in 1 countries.

Hadir Not recorded

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Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

Is the Hoary-headed Grebe endangered?
The Hoary-headed Grebe has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Hoary-headed Grebe nest?
Nest type: PL.
How big is the Hoary-headed Grebe?
The Hoary-headed Grebe has a wingspan of 22.0 cm, weight of 243.16666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Hoary-headed Grebe belong to?
The Hoary-headed Grebe (Poliocephalus poliocephalus) belongs to the order Podicipediformes and the family Podicipedidae.

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