Western Grebe Aechmophorus occidentalis Common winter visitor, October through April, primarily in the Nearshore, Coastal, and Lowlands regions, also on the larger lakes of the Mountains region. Common but local resident, in Lowlands and Coastal regions, breeding throughout the year.
Habitat: Ocean within 2 miles of shore, deeper lagoons and bays, large reservoirs.
Best locations: Widespread; Lake Hodges for breeding.