About Tachybaptus novaehollandiae (Stephens, 1826)
Scientific Naming
The Australasian grebe has the scientific name Tachybaptus novaehollandiae (Stephens, 1826).
General Species Information
It is a small waterbird that is commonly found on freshwater lakes and rivers across most of Australia, New Zealand, and nearby Pacific islands.
Body Length
It measures 25 to 27 centimeters (9.8 to 10.6 inches) in total length.
Family Size Ranking
Alongside the least grebe and the little grebe, it is one of the smallest species in the grebe family.
