Podiceps cristatus
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In breeding plumage two black crest tufts stand on the crown like horns
A chestnut-and-black facial ruff that can be raised, fanned out by both birds as they head-shake in courtship
A very long slender white neck and a pinkish dagger bill, with the body low in the water and no visible tail
When disturbed it dives rather than flies and resurfaces far away, unlike ducks which take wing
Chicks are boldly black-and-white striped and ride on the parents' backs
A loud growling barking kraah in display and territorial calling
