Arctic Loon
Gavia arctica
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Least Concern
Rentang Sayap
57,2 cm
Berat
2955,0 g
Famili
Gaviidae
Ordo
Gaviiformes
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Tentang
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rentang Sayap | 57,2 cm | 22.5 in |
| Berat | 2955,0 g | 104.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Status Konservasi
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Nest type: M. Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 60-65 days.
Ukuran Sarang
1-3
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Gaviiformes (Loons) |
| Famili | Gaviidae (Loons) |
| Genus | Gavia |
| Spesies | Gavia arctica |
Distribution
Arctic Loon has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Hadir
Not recorded
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External Databases
Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan
Is the Arctic Loon endangered?
The Arctic Loon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Arctic Loon nest?
Nest type: M. Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 60-65 days.
How big is the Arctic Loon?
The Arctic Loon has a wingspan of 57.2 cm, weight of 2955.0 g.
What order and family does the Arctic Loon belong to?
The Arctic Loon (Gavia arctica) belongs to the order Gaviiformes and the family Gaviidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Gaviidae family