a western grebe flloats along on the surface of the water advertising as part of the mating ritual while looking for a mate.

Western Grebe Advertising

Southern California, USA

Early in the season, grebes swim about restlessly, searching the still waters of a lake for a mate. As they do, they call out loudly, which is termed advertising. On hearing the call, interested birds of the opposite sex respond by approaching and advertising in reply. 

This is part of the mating ritual which can result in rushing, where the grebes rise up and synchronously scamper across the surface of the water. 

For more on the Grebe courting process visit mikolnaturephotos.com/gallery/grebe-mating-season--early-action/

Photo © copyright by Dr. Edward Mikol.

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