Monday, 20 October 2014

Horned Grebe Duck


The horned grebe (Podiceps auritus) is a member of the grebe family of water birds. It is also known as the Slavonia grebe. It is an excellent swimmer and diver, and pursues its fish prey underwater. P. auritus is one of the species to which the Agreement on the Conservation of African-Eurasian Migratory Water birds(AEWA) applies.

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