The little grebe (Tachybaptus ruficollis), also known as dabchick, is a member of the grebe family of water birds.


The little grebe (Tachybaptus ruficollis), also known as dabchick, is a member of the grebe family of water birds. At 23 to 29 cm ( to in) in length it is the smallest European member of its family. It is commonly found in open bodies of water across most of its range.


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