great crested grebe

Thân thiện

A great crested grebe swims on a calm lake.

Definition

Noun: A large waterbird (Podiceps cristatus) found in the Old World (Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australasia), characterized by its distinctive black ear tufts (or crests) during the breeding season. It is a species of grebe, known for its elaborate courtship displays.

Usage

The term "great crested grebe" is used as a singular, countable noun to refer to the specific bird species. It is the common name used in ornithology and general description. * The great crested grebe is an excellent swimmer and diver. * We spotted a pair of great crested grebes performing their mating dance on the lake.

Advanced Usage

• In Conservation Context: The term is used when discussing habitat protection or population studies of this species.
  • The wetland reserve is a crucial breeding ground for the great crested grebe.

Variants and Related Words

• Grebe (n): The general family of diving waterbirds to which the great crested grebe belongs.
• Podiceps cristatus (n): The scientific (Latin) name for the species.

Synonyms

• Crested Grebe: A common alternative name, though "great crested grebe" is more precise and widely used to distinguish it from other crested grebe species.

Học thuật

Noun

1. large Old World grebe with black ear tufts

Từ đồng nghĩa

• podiceps cristatus