All you need to know about these small diving birds found in freshwater wetlands
Where is the little grebe found?
The little grebe is fairly common and found in freshwater wetlands with vegetation on the edges. This litte diving bird is found all over the country in India, except in the higher reaches of the Himalayas. They are occur in Europe, Africa and parts of Asia.
What is the little grebe called?
The little grebe is also known as Dabchick.
What do little grebes eat?
Their diet usually consists of aquatic invertebrates, larvae, molluscs, crustaceans, frogs and small fishes.
About the Authors
Nisarg Prakash
is a wildlife biologist working with RoundGlass Sustain. A large part of my work before Sustain has been along streams and rivers, in the process trying to understand otters better.
Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
