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Black-necked Grebe
David Attenborough presents the black-necked grebe.
Tweet of the Day is a series of fascinating stories about our British birds inspired by their calls and songs.
David Attenborough presents the story of the Black-Necked Grebe. In winter, the black-necked grebe is largely grey and white with a dark cap and eyes like rubies. You'll need to seek out Black-necked grebes in their favourite spots, which include large London reservoirs and shallow seas along the south coast.
Producer: Sarah Pitt
Last on
Tue 12 Mar 202405:58
BBC Radio 4
Black-necked Grebe (Podiceps nigricollis)
Image courtesy of Mike Lane (Rspb-images.com)
Recording by Patrik Åberg
This programme includes a recording of a black-necked grebe with was recorded by Patrik Åberg, XC26932. Accessible at www.xeno-canto.org/26932
Broadcasts
- Thu 16 Jan 201405:58BBC Radio 4
- Tue 29 Nov 201605:58BBC Radio 4 FM
- Tue 28 Jan 202005:58BBC Radio 4
- Sun 6 Mar 202208:58BBC Radio 4
- Tue 12 Mar 202405:58BBC Radio 4
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