About the Silvery Grebe
The silvery grebe is a species of grebe in the family Podicipedidae. It is found in the western and southern part of South America where it inhabits lakes and other types of open wetlands. There are two subspecies, which by some recent authorities are considered separate species.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podicipediformes |
| Family | Grebes (Podicipedidae) |
| Species | Podiceps occipitalis |
| Species Codes | silgre1, SSGR, SIGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silvery Grebe belong to?
The Silvery Grebe (Podiceps occipitalis) belongs to the Grebes family (Podicipedidae), in the order Podicipediformes.
How can I identify the Silvery Grebe?
The silvery grebe is a species of grebe in the family Podicipedidae. It is found in the western and southern part of South America where it inhabits lakes and other types of open wetlands. There are two subspecies, which by some recent authorities are considered separate species....
Where can I report a Silvery Grebe sighting?
You can log sightings of Silvery Grebe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code silgre1, or on iNaturalist.
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