Great Crested Grebe

Irish Name:Foitheach mór
Scientific name:Podiceps cristatus
Bird Family:Grebes

Residing along all coastlines of Ireland, they are less commonly sighted inland, typically only appearing after storms.

Identification

Residents whose numbers swell in winter due to migrating birds joining them.

More details can be found at https://birdwatchireland.ie/birds/great-crested-grebe/.