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Great Crested Grebe

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Great Crested Grebe

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Also known as Podiceps cristatus, tippet grebe, gaunt

species of bird

AI overview

The Great Crested Grebe is a large waterbird found across Europe, Asia, and Africa that is known for its distinctive head crest and elaborate courtship displays. It is ecologically significant as a freshwater predator and has become a symbol of successful wildlife conservation, as its populations recovered dramatically after near-extinction in the 19th century.

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Species

great crested grebe

Species

  1. PhylumChordata
  2. ClassAves
  3. OrderPodicipediformes
  4. FamilyPodicipedidae
Habitatmarine, freshwater
Observations105,470

Maximum longevity: 19.2 years (wild) Observations: Maximum longevity from banding studies is 19.2 years (http://www.euring.org/data_and_codes/longevity.htm).

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Encyclopedic overview

The great crested grebe (Podiceps cristatus) is a member of the grebe family of water birds. The bird is characterised by its distinctive appearance, featuring striking black, orange-brown, and white plumage, and elaborate courtship display that involves synchronised dances and displays.

Taxonomy

Excerpted from Wikipedia’s “Great Crested Grebe” article, available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.

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