Colombian Grebe vs Hoary-headed Grebe

Podiceps andinus 对比 Poliocephalus poliocephalus

Side-by-Side Comparison

属性 Colombian Grebe Hoary-headed Grebe
学名 Podiceps andinus Poliocephalus poliocephalus
Podicipediformes Podicipediformes
Podicipedidae Podicipedidae
保护状况 Extinct Least Concern
体长
翼展 22.0 cm (8.7 in)
体重 243.16666666666666 g (8.58 oz)
食性 -- --
产卵数 -- 3-5
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

共同栖息地

Colombian Grebe only

Hoary-headed Grebe only

保护状况

Extinct

Colombian Grebe

Least Concern

Hoary-headed 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.

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.

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