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red-necked grebe

 

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Noun red-necked grebe has 1 sense
  1. red-necked grebe, Podiceps grisegena - large stocky grebe of circumpolar regions having a dark neck
    --1 is a kind of grebe

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Red-necked grebe

Noun: A type of medium-sized diving bird with a reddish-brown neck that is native to North America and Europe.

Senses:

1. Bird species:

The red-necked grebe, known by its scientific name Podiceps grisegena, is a migratory bird species found in freshwater habitats across North America and Europe. It is characterized by its stunning red neck and black cap.

Sample sentence: During our bird-watching trip, we had the opportunity to observe a beautiful red-necked grebe gracefully diving into the lake.

2. Reddish-brown neck:

The term "red-necked grebe" can be used to describe any grebe species that possesses a reddish-brown or chestnut-colored neck.

Sample sentence: The red-necked grebe's striking reddish plumage provides a stark contrast against its black and white body.

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