Yellow-billed Loon vs Common Loon
Gavia adamsii compared with Gavia immer
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-billed Loon | Common Loon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gavia adamsii | Gavia immer |
| Order | Gaviiformes | Gaviiformes |
| Family | Gaviidae | Gaviidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 74.3 cm (29.3 in) | 73.0 cm (28.7 in) |
| Weight | 5125.0 g (180.78 oz) | 4898.333333333333 g (172.78 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Yellow-billed Loon
Least Concern
Common Loon
About These Birds
Yellow-billed Loon
Yellow-billed Loon, 77–100 cm, is the largest loon, breeding on Arctic tundra lakes of North America and Russia, wintering on sub-Arctic coasts. Ivory-yellow upturned bill diagnostic. Otherwise similar to Common Loon. Piscivore; dives for fish in coastal waters. Near Threatened; climate-sensitive Arctic breeder.
Common Loon
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.