Slavonian Grebe (Podiceps auritus)

STATUS AT LONGHAM LAKES

Rare spring migrant. 2 records:

1. 1 adult summer plumage on Longham Reservoir North, 20th March 2008.
2. 1 adult on Longham Reservoir South, 7th April to 12th May 2010. It moulted into breeding plumage and became a popular attraction to birders.

Slavonian Grebe

Slavonian Grebe, Longham Lakes, April 2010 (Paul Corfield)

 

Slavonian Grebe

Slavonian Grebe, Longham Lakes, April 2010 (Paul Corfield)