The
graceful great crested grebe is a familiar sight on our lakes and
reservoirs, and is well-known for its elaborate courtship dance, during
which it rises vertically out of the water and shakes its head.
About
Grebes
are diving waterbirds, feeding on small fish and aquatic invertebrates.
A little bit larger than a Coot, great crested grebes nest on floating
platforms made up of waterweed. They can be found on lakes and
reservoirs everywhere.How to identify
The
largest and most often seen grebe, the great crested grebe has an
impressive plume on its head and orange ruff around its neck during the
breeding season. It has white cheeks, a dark cap, a white neck and a
dark body.Distribution
Widespread.Did you know?
Never mind Strictly Come
Dancing, to see some fancy footwork head down to your local lake or
reservoir to watch the wild dance of great crested grebes. Their early
spring courtship includes 'mewing' and calling, synchronised swimming,
preening and fanning out their feathery ruffs.
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