Breeding adult © Richard Poort eBird S36989233 Macaulay Library ML 59011691
Nonbreeding adult/immature © Samuel Paul Galick
Immature © Brian Sullivan
Juvenile © Jacob Drucker
Breeding adult © Brian Sullivan
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Immature © Marky Mutchler
Molting adult © Samuel Paul Galick
Adult and chick © Laure Wilson Neish
Nonbreeding adult/immature © Pat McKay

Sefgoði Podiceps grisegena

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Identification

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Large grebe; much larger than Eared or Horned Grebe with a longer neck and bill. Reddish neck, silver cheek, and black cap distinctive in breeding plumage. In winter, look for smudgy brown neck, whitish throat, and long, mostly yellow bill. Juveniles have stripes on face. Breeds on lakes and marshes in northern North America, Europe, and Asia. Builds a floating nest of plant matter. Winters mainly on the ocean, sometimes gathering in large flocks. Dives to feed on fish.

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