Western Grebe

Aechmophorus occidentalis

Least Concern

The Western Grebe is a diving waterbird of western North American wetlands and coasts. 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

Western Grebe Range — Resident or seasonal range in western North American wetlands and coasts

Population

≈ Unknown

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