A single adult Great Crested Grebe (Podiceps cristatus) is observed sitting on a floating nest in a body of water within the city of Leiden, Netherlands

A single adult Great Crested Grebe (Podiceps cristatus) is observed sitting on a floating nest in a body of water within the city of Leiden, Netherlands. The nest, constructed from intertwined reeds, twigs, and green aquatic vegetation including broad-leafed plants, is situated in the dark, calm water. The grebe, positioned centrally in the frame, exhibits characteristic dark plumage on its back, a white neck and breast, a prominent black crest, and reddish-brown patches on its face. Submerged debris, including a dark, angular object and various plant fragments, is visible in the water, particularly in the upper left quadrant. A white, multi-angled railing or structural component occupies the right side of the image, partially framing the scene. The ambient light suggests direct sunlight. While the image confirms a Leiden waterway environment, a precise street-level location is not discernible.