About the Pied-billed Grebe
The Pied-billed Grebe (Podilymbus podiceps) 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 pibgre 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 podiceps |
| Species Codes | pibgre, PBGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pied-billed Grebe belong to?
The Pied-billed Grebe (Podilymbus podiceps) belongs to the Grebes family (Podicipedidae), in the order Podicipediformes.
How can I identify the Pied-billed Grebe?
The Pied-billed 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 Pied-billed Grebe sighting?
You can log sightings of Pied-billed Grebe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pibgre, or on iNaturalist.