Arctic Loon

Arctic Loon

Gavia arctica

Least Concern
날개 폭
57.2 cm
체중
2955.0 g
Gaviidae
Gaviiformes

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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소개

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
날개 폭 57.2 cm 22.5 in
체중 2955.0 g 104.23 oz

Habitat & Range

보전 상태

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

행동 및 번식

둥지

Nest type: M. Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 60-65 days.

산란 수

1-3

분류학

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Gaviiformes (Loons)
Gaviidae (Loons)
Genus Gavia
Gavia arctica

Distribution

Arctic Loon has been recorded in 5 countries.

출현 Not recorded

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자주 묻는 질문

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.

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