Wildlifeof China
Little Grebe
Ducks, Geese & Grebes
Photo: Zinogre · CC BY-SA 4.0
Tachybaptus ruficollis
Basic stats
Habitat
Open bodies of water
Size
23-29cm
The little grebe, or dabchick, is the smallest European, Asian and African member of its family at 23 to 29 cm, and is common on open water across most of its range. Ten subspecies are recognised, separated mainly by size, eye colour and the extent of white on the wing (Wikipedia, general species account).
Quick answers
- What habitat does the Little Grebe live in?
- Open bodies of water
- How big is the Little Grebe?
- 23-29cm