Black-necked Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

Order:

Podicipediformes

Family:

Podicipediformes

Size:

28-34 cm

Weight:

265-450 g

Taxonomy:

P. n. nigricollis (C. L. Brehm, 1831)

Short Description:

The Black-necked Grebe (Podiceps nigricollis) is a small waterbird known for its distinctive black neck and striking red eyes. Found in various freshwater habitats, including lakes, reservoirs, and marshes, the Black-necked Grebe is an agile swimmer and diver, often seen hunting for aquatic prey beneath the water's surface.

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In Pakistan, the Black-necked Grebe is primarily found in wetland habitats across the country. This includes areas such as lakes, reservoirs, and marshes in regions like Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan provinces. Notable locations where they may be observed include Keenjhar Lake, Haleji Lake, and the wetlands of the Indus River Delta.

Black-necked Grebes in Pakistan display typical behaviors observed in their species. They are adept swimmers and divers, using their streamlined bodies and lobed toes to navigate through the water and pursue prey such as fish, insects, and crustaceans. During the breeding season, they form pairs and build floating nests anchored to vegetation in shallow water. They are often seen in small groups or solitary individuals, engaging in activities such as diving, preening, and resting along the water’s edge.

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