Great Crested Grebe in its natural habitat
Uncommon rarity

Great Crested Grebe

Podiceps cristatus

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StatusNative
RarityUncommon
Height55 cm
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Did You Know?

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"Great Crested Grebes swallow their own feathers, which helps protect their digestive tract from sharp fish bones."

Field Guide

Great Crested Grebe

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The Great Crested Grebe is a large waterbird found on lakes, reservoirs, and slow-moving rivers across much of Australia, as well as Europe, Asia, Africa, and New Zealand. Renowned for its elaborate courtship dances and aquatic lifestyle. They are well-adapted to life on open water, often seen gliding low in the water or diving for fish.

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