Grebes in Hampshire
5 species matching this filter.
Hampshire's diverse wetland habitats, from coastal estuaries and harbours to inland lakes and reservoirs, support five species of grebe throughout the year. The Little Grebe and Great Crested Grebe are familiar breeding residents on the county's freshwater bodies, while scarcer visitors such as the Black-necked Grebe and Red-necked Grebe add excitement during migration and winter months. Key sites including Langstone Harbour, Blashford Lakes and Titchfield Haven offer excellent opportunities to observe these elegant diving birds.
Black-necked Grebe
Podiceps nigricollisLC
A rare non-breeding visitor found on sheltered harbours and reservoirs from autumn to early spring. Christchurch Harbour is a favoured site.
Oct–Mar
Great Crested Grebe
Podiceps cristatusLC
A common resident on Hampshire's larger lakes and reservoirs, performing elaborate courtship displays in spring. Also frequents coastal waters in winter.
Year-round
Horned Grebe
Podiceps auritusVU
A rare winter visitor to sheltered coastal waters and harbours. Most likely seen between November and March on the Solent.
Nov–Mar
Little Grebe
Tachybaptus ruficollisLC
An uncommon but year-round resident on sheltered ponds, lakes, and slow-flowing rivers. Its distinctive whinnying call often reveals its presence.
Year-round
Red-necked Grebe
Podiceps grisegenaLC
A rare winter visitor to sheltered coastal waters and harbours, typically seen between November and February.
Nov–Feb