Hoary-headed Grebe
Poliocephalus poliocephalus
- Class
- Bird
- Rarity
- Common
- Observations
- 4,665
- Most observed in
- 🇦🇺 Australia
- Conservation
- Least Concern
Description
The hoary-headed grebe (Poliocephalus poliocephalus) is a member of the grebe family. It breeds in southern parts of Australia; it winters throughout the island of Tasmania. The bird takes its name from the silvery-white streaking on its black head. It is common in Australia, with a population of about 500,000. Its habitat is similar to that of the Australasian grebe.
Summary adapted from the Wikipedia article “Hoary-headed grebe”.