About the New Zealand Grebe
The New Zealand grebe, also known as the New Zealand dabchick or weweia, is a member of the grebe family endemic to New Zealand.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podicipediformes |
| Family | Grebes (Podicipedidae) |
| Species | Poliocephalus rufopectus |
| Species Codes | nezgre1, NZDA, NZGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the New Zealand Grebe belong to?
The New Zealand Grebe (Poliocephalus rufopectus) belongs to the Grebes family (Podicipedidae), in the order Podicipediformes.
How can I identify the New Zealand Grebe?
The New Zealand grebe, also known as the New Zealand dabchick or weweia, is a member of the grebe family endemic to New Zealand....
Where can I report a New Zealand Grebe sighting?
You can log sightings of New Zealand Grebe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code nezgre1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Grebes 22 species
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Quick Stats
Podicipediformes
Order
22
Species in Family
1,320
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