Gliding silently across the water’s surface, the great crested grebe is more than just a striking silhouette. With its elaborate head plumes and elegant profile, this bird becomes a true spectacle during the mating season, when pairs engage in mesmerizing courtship dances — mirroring each other in perfect synchrony.
But even in stillness, it commands attention. Beneath the ripples lies a skilled diver, capable of vanishing in an instant to chase fish with streamlined precision.
Podiceps cristatus
Shot with:
Canon EOS 6D + Sigma 150-600mm f/5.0-6.3
600mm | 1/4000 | f/ | ISO1000