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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के बारे में
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 |
|---|---|---|
| पंखों का फैलाव | 57.2 cm | 22.5 in |
| वजन | 2955.0 g | 104.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
संरक्षण स्थिति
व्यवहार और प्रजनन
घोंसला बनाना
Nest type: M. Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 60-65 days.
अंडों की संख्या
1-3
वर्गिकी
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| गण | Gaviiformes (Loons) |
| कुल | Gaviidae (Loons) |
| Genus | Gavia |
| प्रजातियां | Gavia arctica |
Distribution
Arctic Loon has been recorded in 5 countries.
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