Black-necked Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

The Black-necked Grebe is a small waterbird known for its striking breeding plumage, which includes a black neck and distinctive red eyes. During the non-breeding season, its plumage becomes more subdued. This species is known for its diving and swimming abilities, using its lobed toes to propel itself underwater in search of small fish and invertebrates. Black-necked Grebes are typically found in freshwater lakes and ponds, where they build floating nests among reeds. They are often observed in small groups, particularly during the breeding season. This species is known for its secretive nature, making it a challenge to observe in the wild.

Habitat: Freshwater lakes and ponds

Black-necked Grebe
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Tours where you can spot this bird

Private Two-Day Alicante Wetlands and Coast Birding Break
Private Two-Day Alicante Wetlands and Coast Birding Break
Spain / Alicante Private tour 2 days | 0h

A private two-day Alicante birding break combining wetland reserves, coastal birding and nearby rocky habitats....

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Private Valencia and Alicante Wetlands Birding Day Trip
Private Valencia and Alicante Wetlands Birding Day Trip
Spain / Valencia Private tour 1 day | 0h

A private guided wetland birding day around Valencia or Alicante for Iberian waterbirds, migrants and regional specialties....

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2-Day West Coast Birding Tour
2-Day West Coast Birding Tour
South Africa / Cape Town Private tour 2 days | 0h

A 2-day West Coast birding itinerary focused on coastal, wetland, fynbos and open-country birding north of Cape Town....

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10-Day Western Cape Birding Tour
10-Day Western Cape Birding Tour
South Africa / Cape Town Private tour 10 days | 0h

A private or small-group Western Cape birding itinerary from Cape Town through the Cape Peninsula, West Coast, Tankwa Karoo, Agulhas Plain, ...

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Spring Birding Tour in Hungary
Spring Birding Tour in Hungary
Hungary / Kecskemet Private tour 5 days | 0h

A five-day Hungary spring birding tour for Great Bustard, raptors, terns, rollers, bee-eaters, wetland birds and breeding-season specialties...

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Southern Africa Birding Expedition: Namibia, Okavango & Victoria Falls
Southern Africa Birding Expedition: Namibia, Okavango & Victoria Falls
Namibia / Walvis Bay Group tour 18 days | 0h

This birdwatching journey through Namibia, the Okavango Delta, and Victoria Falls combines southern Africa’s most iconic landscapes with e...

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