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Loon - Wikipedia Loon Loons (North American English) or divers (British Irish English) are a group of aquatic birds found in much of North America and northern Eurasia All living species of loons are members of the genus Gavia, family Gaviidae and order Gaviiformes
Common Loon Overview, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology Common Loons are powerful, agile divers that catch small fish in fast underwater chases They are less suited to land, and typically come ashore only to nest On a North Woods lake in summer, loons stick out conspicuously as large, tuxedoed birds swimming about in the middle of the lake
Common Loon | Audubon Field Guide Many people consider the loon a symbol of wilderness; its rich yodeling and moaning calls, heard by day or night, are characteristic sounds of early summer in the north woods In winter, silent and more subtly marked, Common Loons inhabit coastal waters and large southern lakes
Loon | Aquatic Bird, Diving Habits Adaptations | Britannica Almost wholly aquatic, loons can swim long distances underwater and can dive from the surface to a depth of 60 metres (200 feet) Besides having solid bones, loons can further decrease their buoyancy for these dramatic dives by compressing air from their lungs, feathers, and internal air sacs
15 Types of Loons – (Their Identifying Characteristics Native Area) Loons are large, aquatic birds known for their striking appearance, haunting calls, and exceptional diving abilities They are a symbol of wilderness and are often associated with remote northern lakes and waterways
33 Fun Facts About the Common Loon You May Not Know! From its eerie calls echoing over lakes to its incredible diving abilities, loons have captivated bird lovers for generations In this guide, we’ll uncover 33 fun facts about the common loon that you may not know!
Common Loon Plumage and Appearance – Loon Preservation Committee In New Hampshire, adult loons weigh from 7 to 15 pounds and measure roughly 3 feet from bill tip to outreached feet The skeleton and muscular systems of a loon are designed for swimming and diving
Common loon - Wikipedia Common loons winter on both coasts of the US as far south as Mexico, and on the Atlantic coast of Europe Common loons eat a variety of animal prey including fish, crustaceans, insect larvae, molluscs, and occasionally aquatic plant life
Common Loon Identification, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology Common Loons breed on quiet, remote freshwater lakes of the northern U S and Canada, and they are sensitive to human disturbance In winter and during migration, look for them on lakes, rivers, estuaries, and coastlines
Common Loon Life History, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology The eerie calls of Common Loons echo across clear lakes of the northern wilderness Summer adults are regally patterned in black and white In winter, they are plain gray above and white below, and you’ll find them close to shore on most seacoasts and a good many inland reservoirs and lakes