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Paddling and Diving Together
An Eared Grebe and a Horned Grebe paddle along the shore of a lake at West Branch Forest Preserve in DuPage County, Illinois. Both take turns diving and then popping back up several seconds later, occasionally separating before rejoining as they navigate the shoreline on an early spring day.
Eared versus Horned Grebe
Plumage: Eared Grebes have a distinctive black cap with a reddish-brown neck and lighter grayish body. In breeding plumage, they show a prominent “ear” tuft of feathers behind the eyes. Horned Grebes have a black head with a white cheek and a striking golden “horn” or feather tuft extending from the back of the head during the breeding season.
Bill Shape: Eared Grebes have a slightly upturned, lighter-colored bill, while Horned Grebes have a heavier, straighter bill that is darker in color.
Size: Eared Grebes are generally smaller and more slender compared to Horned Grebes. (Sources: Flocking Around, On The Wing Photography)
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