About the Great Crested Grebe
The great crested grebe 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.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podicipediformes |
| Family | Grebes (Podicipedidae) |
| Species | Podiceps cristatus |
| Species Codes | grcgre1, GCGR, ACGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Crested Grebe belong to?
The Great Crested Grebe (Podiceps cristatus) belongs to the Grebes family (Podicipedidae), in the order Podicipediformes.
How can I identify the Great Crested Grebe?
The great crested grebe 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....
Where can I report a Great Crested Grebe sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Crested Grebe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grcgre1, or on iNaturalist.
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