What is another word for podilymbus?
Pronunciation: [pˈɒdɪlˌɪmbəs] (IPA) 
Podilymbus is a scientific name for a genus of birds that belongs to the family of Podicipedidae. It includes two species, the Pied-billed Grebe (Podilymbus podiceps) and the Least Grebe (Podilymbus dominicus). Synonyms for the word Podilymbus include Dabchick, Grebe, Podiceps, Dabchick, and Pied-billed Grebe. Grebe is a general term for aquatic birds that are found throughout the world. These birds have a compact and streamlined body, short wings, and broad feet. They are excellent swimmers and divers and spend most of their time in the water, feeding on aquatic insects, fish, and crustaceans. The Pied-billed Grebe, with its distinctive black band across its bill, is a common sight in North and Central America.
