Bird Guide

New Zealand Grebe

Poliocephalus rufopectus

Least ConcernEndemicInvertebratesWetlandPlatform nestMedium · 249 g

About the New Zealand Grebe

The New Zealand grebe, also known as the New Zealand dabchick or weweia, is a member of the grebe family endemic to New Zealand.

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The New Zealand grebe has dark brown plumage, a small black head with fine silver feathers, a black pointed bill and characteristic yellow eyes. It grows to about 29 cm (11 in), and weighs about 250 g (8.8 oz). Non-breeding individuals have a paler plumage and females tend to be a bit lighter, smaller and have a slightly shorter bill than males.

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Where the New Zealand Grebe lives

Regular range

When to see the New Zealand Grebe

Peak activity in November · a resident species across most of its range

Easily confused with

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