Least ConcernCommonFishWetlandPlatform nestMedium · 219 g
About the Australasian Grebe
The Australasian grebe is a small waterbird common on fresh water lakes and rivers in greater Australia, New Zealand and on nearby Pacific islands. At 25–27 cm (9.8–10.6 in) in length, it is one of the smallest members of the grebe family, along with the least grebe and little grebe.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in October · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Least GrebeTachybaptus dominicusThe least grebe ranges in length from 21–27 cm (8.3–10.6 in) (depending on the subspecies) and in weight from 112–180 g (4.0–6.3 oz).
Madagascar GrebeTachybaptus pelzelniiThe Madagascar grebe is around 25 cm long.
Little GrebeTachybaptus ruficollisThe little grebe is a small water bird with a pointed bill.
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