Madagascar Grebe
Tachybaptus pelzelnii
EndangeredAves · Podicipediformes · Podicipedidae
About
The Madagascar grebe is a grebe found only in western and central Madagascar. The binomial name commemorates the Austrian ornithologist August von Pelzeln. It is classified as endangered by the IUCN, with a population of less than 5,000. It is threatened by habitat loss, predation by carnivorous fish, and competition with introduced species.
Fun Fact
The binomial name commemorates the Austrian ornithologist August von Pelzeln.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in several much deeper lakes.
Diet
Preyed on by carnivorous snakehead fish.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Loss
- Poaching and Hunting
- Human-Wildlife Conflict
- Disease