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Pied Billed Grebe

Posted by Jennifer Sigmon,
North Country explorer from Asbury Park NJ
November 1, 2026 —

My morning walks have been quiet with the change of season. This little cutie found a sweet spot in the morning light and I was able to capture a few photos. Pied Billed Grebes are interesting little water birds; they are like submarines. They have the ability to trap water in their feathers thereby allowing them to control their buoyancy.