Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena), Lake Pleasant, Yavapai County

This Red-necked Grebe was found and photographed by Mary McSparen on 19 November 2018

Two seen together with at least one representing a new individual. An individual was found by Melanie Herring on 16 November 2018 and this appears to be a different bird. Possibly as many as three on the lake.

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

A medium sized grebe, smaller than a Western and larger than a Horned, with large mostly yellow bill, and a blocky triangular-shaped head. The cheeks are white and the dark cap extends just below the eyes. The neck is reddish anteriorly and dark brown posteriorly.

19 November 2018, photo by Mary McSparen

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