Strange Bathing Behavior From A Pied-billed Grebe
After this many years of observing birds carefully I seldom see behaviors that are new to me in common species. But 12 days ago I did.
Category: Pied-billed Grebes
My Best Photo(s) Yet Of A Grebe Amputating A Crayfish Claw
I’ve photographed this feeding behavior before but those photos have never been this clear and detailed.
This Is How Sneaky A Thieving Grebe Can Be
I knew Pied-billed Grebes were thieves but until yesterday I had no idea how incredibly sneaky their thievery can be. They’re notorious and highly skilled kleptoparasites (food-stealers) but this particular bird has refined the art of theft to the point of mastery and beyond.
Crayfish Flipping Off Its Grebe Tormentor
Pied-billed Grebe – A Strategy For A Fish Too Big
Another Pied-billed Grebe With Yet Another Crayfish
Crayfish seem to be the preferred meal of Pied-billed Grebes at a local pond near my home.
Blue Jays In Utah And Pied-billed Grebes – Rare Birds And Food Fights
“Gradual Diving” Pied-billed Grebe
Some Recent Birds
Six images, six species.
None of these photos is an award-winner but for disparate reasons each one grabs me just a little and I’ll mention why in this post. All of them were taken in the last several weeks.
Pied-billed Grebes – Maniacal Kleptoparasites
I know of no bird that is more inclined to steal food from other members of its own species than Pied-billed Grebes.
A Harassed Grebe And A Barn Owl Yesterday Morning At Farmington
I almost didn’t go shooting yesterday because birds have been slow but one of my mantras is “you never know unless you go”, so go I went. I’m very glad I did.
Pied-billed Grebe – The Wing-flap That Wouldn’t Quit
26 Pied-billed Grebes In A Struggle To Survive A Cold Spell
When temperatures get this cold and nearly all fresh water freezes up some bird species are at a distinct disadvantage. Pied-billed Grebes are among them.
A Grebe And A Coot Battle Repeatedly Over A Fish
These two birds fought over the fish for over three minutes.
If this post loads slowly for you it’s because it contains 19 images. Sorry for any inconvenience.
A Grebe And A Coot – What’s Going On Here?
Sometimes in the heat of the moment I get a shot that’s just a little bit different. Maybe even a whole lot different…
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My Best Photo(s) Yet Of A Grebe Amputating A Crayfish Claw
I’ve photographed this feeding behavior before but those photos have never been this clear and detailed.
This Is How Sneaky A Thieving Grebe Can Be
I knew Pied-billed Grebes were thieves but until yesterday I had no idea how incredibly sneaky their thievery can be. They’re notorious and highly skilled kleptoparasites (food-stealers) but this particular bird has refined the art of theft to the point of mastery and beyond.
Crayfish Flipping Off Its Grebe Tormentor
Pied-billed Grebe – A Strategy For A Fish Too Big
Another Pied-billed Grebe With Yet Another Crayfish
Crayfish seem to be the preferred meal of Pied-billed Grebes at a local pond near my home.
Blue Jays In Utah And Pied-billed Grebes – Rare Birds And Food Fights
“Gradual Diving” Pied-billed Grebe
Some Recent Birds
Six images, six species.
None of these photos is an award-winner but for disparate reasons each one grabs me just a little and I’ll mention why in this post. All of them were taken in the last several weeks.
Pied-billed Grebes – Maniacal Kleptoparasites
I know of no bird that is more inclined to steal food from other members of its own species than Pied-billed Grebes.
A Harassed Grebe And A Barn Owl Yesterday Morning At Farmington
I almost didn’t go shooting yesterday because birds have been slow but one of my mantras is “you never know unless you go”, so go I went. I’m very glad I did.
Pied-billed Grebe – The Wing-flap That Wouldn’t Quit
26 Pied-billed Grebes In A Struggle To Survive A Cold Spell
When temperatures get this cold and nearly all fresh water freezes up some bird species are at a distinct disadvantage. Pied-billed Grebes are among them.
A Grebe And A Coot Battle Repeatedly Over A Fish
These two birds fought over the fish for over three minutes.
If this post loads slowly for you it’s because it contains 19 images. Sorry for any inconvenience.
A Grebe And A Coot – What’s Going On Here?
Sometimes in the heat of the moment I get a shot that’s just a little bit different. Maybe even a whole lot different…