New Zealand Grebe

Poliocephalus rufopectus

Least Concern

The New Zealand Grebe is a diving waterbird of New Zealand. It swims low on the water, dives for fish and aquatic invertebrates, and often builds a floating nest among reeds or lake vegetation. Many grebes perform elegant courtship displays with raised crests and synchronized movements.

Family

Podicipedidae

Group

Grebes

Range

New Zealand Grebe Range — Resident or seasonal range in New Zealand

Population

≈ Unknown

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