Nest of Great Crested Grebe with three eggs, Podiceps cristatus, British Isles
The great crested grebe (Podiceps cristatus) is a member of the grebe family of water birds noted for its elaborate mating display. The great crested grebe is a delightfully elegant waterbird with ornate head plumes which led to its being hunted for its feathers, almost leading to its extermination from the UK. They dive to feed and also to escape, preferring this to flying. On land they are clumsy because their feet are placed so far back on their bodies. They have an elaborate courtship display in which they rise out of the water and shake their heads. Very young grebes often ride on their parents' backs.
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Location: British Isles, United Kingdom
Photo credit: © Dominic Robinson / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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