Psilos Bird Photography

Great crested Grebe

(Podiceps cristatus)

Seen below in its summer breeding plumage the Great Crested Grebe is one of our most elegant and exotic looking waterbirds. Even in the winter months when his colourful feathers are changed for a more drab appearance there is no mistaking its slender body and long tapered beak for anything remotely ducklike.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Great crested grebe can look just as beautiful in their winter plumage. You will see them gathered in larger numbers on inland lakes during this time.
 
 
 
 
The photos below show juvenile birds. The first two are approx six weeks old.
 
 
 
 
 
and at approximatly four months old.
 
 
 
 
For further information on these birds see FEATURES