Yellow-billed Loon vs Common Loon
Gavia adamsii в сравнении с Gavia immer
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Характеристика | Yellow-billed Loon | Common Loon |
|---|---|---|
| Научное название | Gavia adamsii | Gavia immer |
| Отряд | Gaviiformes | Gaviiformes |
| Семейство | Gaviidae | Gaviidae |
| Охранный статус | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Длина | — | — |
| Размах крыльев | 74,3 cm (29.3 in) | 73,0 cm (28.7 in) |
| Масса | 5125,0 g (180.78 oz) | 4898,333333333333 g (172.78 oz) |
| Питание | -- | -- |
| Размер кладки | 2 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Охранный статус
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.