Observing the Great Crested Grebe courtship is certainly one of the most impressive natural experiences our local nature has to offer. Here the partners swim breast to breast opposite each other. The excitement is shown by the beautifully erected feather bonnet. As an expression of mutual affection, both partners shake their heads, repeatedly throwing their beaks in the air. The picture was taken early in the morning with the sun rising and a light morning mist over the water, which gives the picture a very special atmosphere and does not distract from the courting pair of Great Crested Grebes.
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