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New Zealand Grebe
Poliocephalus rufopectus
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Least Concern
翼開長
22.2 cm
体重
230.5 g
科
Podicipedidae
目
Podicipediformes
について
New Zealand Grebe (Poliocephalus rufopectus) is a small 27–29 cm grebe endemic to New Zealand's North Island. Dark cap; chestnut neck; whitish cheeks. Inhabits shallow, vegetated freshwater lakes and ponds. Endangered; population only ~1,900 birds and declining.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼開長 | 22.2 cm | 8.7 in |
| 体重 | 230.5 g | 8.13 oz |
Habitat & Range
保全状況
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
行動と繁殖
営巣
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 22-23 days.
一腹卵数
2-3
分類学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Podicipediformes (Grebes) |
| 科 | Podicipedidae (Grebes) |
| Genus | Poliocephalus |
| 種 | Poliocephalus rufopectus |
Distribution
New Zealand Grebe has been recorded in 1 countries.
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生息あり
Not recorded
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よくある質問
Is the New Zealand Grebe endangered?
The New Zealand Grebe has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the New Zealand Grebe nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 22-23 days.
How big is the New Zealand Grebe?
The New Zealand Grebe has a wingspan of 22.2 cm, weight of 230.5 g.
What order and family does the New Zealand Grebe belong to?
The New Zealand Grebe (Poliocephalus rufopectus) belongs to the order Podicipediformes and the family Podicipedidae.
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