Hoary-headed Grebe vs Australasian Grebe
Poliocephalus poliocephalus в сравнении с Tachybaptus novaehollandiae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Характеристика | Hoary-headed Grebe | Australasian Grebe |
|---|---|---|
| Научное название | Poliocephalus poliocephalus | Tachybaptus novaehollandiae |
| Отряд | Podicipediformes | Podicipediformes |
| Семейство | Podicipedidae | Podicipedidae |
| Охранный статус | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Длина | — | — |
| Размах крыльев | 22,0 cm (8.7 in) | 20,4 cm (8.0 in) |
| Масса | 243,16666666666666 g (8.58 oz) | 190,5 g (6.72 oz) |
| Питание | -- | -- |
| Размер кладки | 3-5 | 1-9 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Охранный статус
Least Concern
Hoary-headed Grebe
Least Concern
Australasian Grebe
About These Birds
Hoary-headed Grebe
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.
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.