North American Bird Search Box
This search box can be used to find bird species using bird's english, french or latin name, or to identify bird by its 4 letter Alpha Code
Field Guide for all the Birds of North America
Horned Grebe
4 Letter (english names) Alpha Code: HOGR (1)
Grèbe esclavon
Podiceps auritus
Information, images and range maps on over 1,000 birds of North America, including sub-species, vagrants, introduced birds and possibilities
Life, Habitat & Pictures of North American Grebes
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14" 35.6cm | 18" 45.7cm | 1lb. 453.6g | Podicipedidae | Podiceps auritus |
North American Birds Videos
- Click here - Adults non-breeding plumage
- Click here - Adult breeding plumage
The Horned Grebe is similar in size and has some common features to the Eared Grebe. These smaller grebes are even more difficult to distinguish from each other, when they are seen in their non-breeding plumage. This waterfowl is a common breeder on the central prairies.
References to Other Bird Sites:
ABA - American Birding Association This site represents an organization that maintains official records of all birds species that have been proven to have been seen inside the perimeters of the North American Continent and the surrounding bodies of water. Regular revised versions are posted to keep the bird list current at all times. This is the list used by all serious birders over their lifetime. You may be aware of the movie called the "Big Year". It was with this list that all the competing birders used in an attempt to set a new record as to how many bird species that could be seen by an individual birder in one calendar year.