Bird
Titicaca Grebe Facts Rollandia microptera
The Titicaca grebe (Rollandia microptera), also known as the Titicaca flightless grebe or short-winged grebe, is a flightless species of grebe found on the altiplano of Peru and Bolivia.
Classification
Family: Podicipedidae. Order: Podicipediformes.
Titicaca Grebe Conservation Status
Titicaca Grebe is listed here as Endangered. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Weight
- 706 g
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