Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena), Canyon Lake, Maricopa County

This Red-necked Grebe was found by Faulene Main on 8 April 2016 and photographed by Sean Fitzgerald on 16 April 2016

Casual (though increasing) migrant and winter visitor, primairly to the LCRV and lakes around Phoenix.

Unmistakable in breeding plumage.  Long yellow bill, dark cap contrasting with whitish cheeks, and reddish neck

16 April 2016, photo by Sean Fitzgerald

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