About the Atitlan Grebe
The Atitlan Grebe (Podilymbus gigas) is a species of bird in the Grebes family (Podicipedidae), within the order Podicipediformes. This family contains 22 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code atigre1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podicipediformes |
| Family | Grebes (Podicipedidae) |
| Species | Podilymbus gigas |
| Species Codes | atigre1, ATGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Atitlan Grebe belong to?
The Atitlan Grebe (Podilymbus gigas) belongs to the Grebes family (Podicipedidae), in the order Podicipediformes.
How can I identify the Atitlan Grebe?
The Atitlan Grebe is a member of the Grebes family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Atitlan Grebe sighting?
You can log sightings of Atitlan Grebe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code atigre1, or on iNaturalist.