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Common Loon

Gavia immer

Least Concern
날개 폭
73.0 cm
체중
4898.333333333333 g
Gaviidae
Gaviiformes

소개

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
날개 폭 73.0 cm 28.7 in
체중 4898.333333333333 g 172.78 oz

Habitat & Range

보전 상태

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

행동 및 번식

둥지

Nest type: M. Incubation: 24-25 days. Fledging: 70-77 days.

산란 수

1-3

분류학

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

Distribution

Common Loon has been recorded in 5 countries.

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출현 Not recorded
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External Databases

자주 묻는 질문

Is the Common Loon endangered?
The Common Loon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Common Loon nest?
Nest type: M. Incubation: 24-25 days. Fledging: 70-77 days.
How big is the Common Loon?
The Common Loon has a wingspan of 73.0 cm, weight of 4898.333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Common Loon belong to?
The Common Loon (Gavia immer) belongs to the order Gaviiformes and the family Gaviidae.

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