Grebe birds of Puerto Rico

Species from the Grebe group.

Grebes are diving waterbirds with compact bodies and feet set far back. Watch for them slipping below the surface of ponds and lagoons.

Grebe

Compare the 2 species in this guide. Open a record for photographs, habitat and identification details.

Least Grebe

Least Grebe (Tachybaptus dominicus)

Tachybaptus dominicus

Pied-billed Grebe

Pied-billed Grebe (Podilymbus podiceps)

Podilymbus podiceps