Pacific Loon
Gavia pacifica
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<birdfyi-bird slug="gavia-pacifica"></birdfyi-bird>The Pacific Loon (Gavia pacifica) is a bird species in the family Gaviidae (loons), within the order Gaviiformes (loons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 58.2 cm and a weight of 1.8 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Giới Thiệu
Pacific Loon, 58–74 cm, breeds on Arctic tundra lakes across Alaska and northern Canada, wintering off the Pacific coast to Baja California. Very similar to Arctic Loon but smaller, with a pale grey nape and purple-green throat patch. Piscivore; dives in coastal seas. Forms large flocks on migration.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Chiều Dài Sải Cánh | 58,2 cm | 22.9 in |
| Khối Lượng | 1756,1666666666667 g | 61.95 oz |
Habitat & Range
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Số Trứng
1-3
Phân Loại Học
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Bộ | Gaviiformes (Loons) |
| Họ | Gaviidae (Loons) |
| Genus | Gavia |
| Loài | Gavia pacifica |
Distribution
Pacific Loon has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Gaviidae family