Western Grebe vs Australasian Grebe
Aechmophorus occidentalis 比較対象 Tachybaptus novaehollandiae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| 属性 | Western Grebe | Australasian Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| 学名 | Aechmophorus occidentalis | Tachybaptus novaehollandiae |
| 目 | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| 科 | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| 保全状況 | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| 体長 | — | — |
| 翼開長 | 36.9 cm (14.5 in) | 20.4 cm (8.0 in) |
| 体重 | 1302.5 g (45.94 oz) | 190.5 g (6.72 oz) |
| 食性 | -- | -- |
| 一腹卵数 | 3-4 | 1-9 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
保全状況
Least Concern
Western Grebe
Least Concern
Australasian 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.
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.