Grebes have lobed toes, not webbed feet, located
far back on their body. This foot placement makes
them very awkward on land but grebes have a
powerful kick for swimming and diving.
Both male and females spend time on the nest taking
care of the nest and eggs.
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Most grebes build floating nests but this nest was
built in shallow water and is now connected to the
bottom of the pond. This grebe added material to
the nest every time he/she returned to the nest.
Since the nest is not floating, it is in danger of
flooding by rising water levels.
 
JG
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