Arctic Loon
Gavia arctica
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<birdfyi-bird slug="gavia-arctica"></birdfyi-bird>The Arctic Loon (Gavia arctica) is a bird species in the family Gaviidae (loons), within the order Gaviiformes (loons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 57.2 cm and a weight of 3 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Arctic Loon, 58–73 cm, breeds across Eurasian boreal and Arctic lakes from Scotland to Siberia, wintering on European and Asian coasts. Black head with green iridescence, bold white flank patch, chequered black-and-white back in breeding plumage. Piscivore; dives to 60 m. Migratory.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 57.2 cm | 22.5 in |
| Weight | 2955.0 g | 104.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: M. Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 60-65 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gaviiformes (Loons) |
| Family | Gaviidae (Loons) |
| Genus | Gavia |
| Species | Gavia arctica |
Distribution
Arctic Loon has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Gaviidae family