Common Loon
Gavia immer
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<birdfyi-bird slug="gavia-immer"></birdfyi-bird>The Common Loon (Gavia immer) is a bird species in the family Gaviidae (loons), within the order Gaviiformes (loons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 73 cm and a weight of 4.9 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
Common Loon, 69–91 cm, is the iconic waterbird of North American wilderness lakes. Breeding plumage: iridescent black head, white necklace, chequered black-and-white back. Eerie wailing call. Piscivore; dives to 60 m. Winters on coastal seas. State bird of Minnesota; featured on Canadian dollar coin.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 73.0 cm | 28.7 in |
| Weight | 4898.333333333333 g | 172.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: M. Incubation: 24-25 days. Fledging: 70-77 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gaviiformes (Loons) |
| Family | Gaviidae (Loons) |
| Genus | Gavia |
| Species | Gavia immer |
Distribution
Common Loon has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Gaviidae family