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Podiceps cristatus
The Great crested grebe, seen here in its winter plumage, is the largest and most familiar grebe in Europe.It spends most of its time on open waters and nests in areas with reeds.
The shores of a large central European lake. Year-round resident.
Part of a large group of birds fishing on the same spot.
Spotted on Jan 26, 2013
Submitted on Feb 7, 2013
5 Comments
Thanks Satyen! Their winter plumage is a bit drab but I hope to photograph them again in spring.
Beautiful bird!
Thank you Alice and Maria!
Wonderful series!
And can swim at a good speed! Very nice portraits!