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Grebe ID

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Posted by richard remington on January 31, 2011 at 9:48 AM
Grebe ID
I took this photo in a Florida swamp. Can anyone help me with the ID on this grebe? There are so many and they are so confusing I could not figure it out.

Thanks
Posted by Mia McPherson on January 31, 2011 at 9:54 AM
It is a Pied-billed Grebe Richard. I adore them for their fierce attitude despite their small size.
Posted by Luke Ormand on January 31, 2011 at 12:04 PM
Agree with Mia - I rarely get to see them so it's always a treat. It's amazing how when threatened they sink under the water like a stealthy submarine.
Posted by SandyRichardsBrown on January 31, 2011 at 2:52 PM
Love these little guys!
thankfully, lots around here.
Sandy
Posted by richard remington on February 1, 2011 at 7:30 AM
All,

Thanks for the help. It was a fierce little warrior and made alot of noise. It was very hard to get close enough for a photo.

Thanks

Rick
Posted by Suzanne Huot on February 1, 2011 at 8:06 PM
Hi rick
You have a lady Pied Grebe ,the male has bands across the beak ,very nice capture of him in his habitat
Posted by richard remington on February 4, 2011 at 8:15 AM
Suzanne,

Thanks for the info. I appreciate your assistance very much.

Rick