Great Crested Grebe
by Inge Riis McDonald
Title
Great Crested Grebe
Artist
Inge Riis McDonald
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The Great Crested Grebe is the largest member of the grebe family found in Europe. It is an excellent swimmer and diver. The adults are unmistakable in summer with head and neck decorations. The young are distinctive because their heads are striped black and white.
The Great Crested Grebe breeds in vegetated areas of fresh water lakes and are found across Europe and Asia. It nests on the water's edge. Usually two eggs are laid and the fluffy, striped young grebes are often carried on the adult's back. The parents will each identify their favorite which they alone will care for and teach.
The species was hunted almost to extinction in the UK in the 19th century for it's head plumes, which were used to decorate hats and ladies' undergarments. The birds are now again a common sight.
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June 14th, 2013
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