Gone fishing

I have often seen the Great Crested Grebes washing their catch before they swallow it

[Joanne Diochon]

Seems odd to wash something that you have just caught, in the same water you are washing it in, but then nature has lots of little quirks that I don't understand.
Great shot.

[Steve Jacob]

@gardencat very often, the fish will be covered in weed as that's where they try to escape from the bird

[gloria jones]

Nice action shot

[Helen Jane]

i was thinking it must be to get rid of any weed - and you have confirmed my speculation. Glad you were able to venture out again today - hopefully a lot quieter than the weekend.

[Milanie]

This is such a nice action shot in the life of the grebe

[Esther Rosenberg]

Nice capture, Love watching them catch their meals.

[Diana]

Such a wonderful action shot.