Loons (North American English) or divers (British / Irish English) are a group of aquatic birds found in much of North America and northern Eurasia. All living species of loons are members …

2024年1月4日 · Loons are charismatic and captivating birds that have garnered plenty of fanfare for themselves. Many in the northern United States and Canada are familiar with Common …

2015年11月13日 · Check out some loon-y details about the common loon, via WCS Canada. 1. Loons are experts in the water. Unlike most birds, they have solid bones which make them …

2025年2月10日 · In this guide, we’ll uncover 33 fun facts about the common loon that you may not know! The common loon can be identified by its summer breeding plumage, iridescent black …

Find This Bird. On a North Woods lake in summer, loons stick out conspicuously as large, tuxedoed birds swimming about in the middle of the lake. They can be very vocal and easy to …

Loons and other birds secrete oil from a gland at the base of the tail called the uropygial gland. When preening, loons take oil from this gland in their bills and use it to coat their feathers. …

2024年2月14日 · There are a few key reasons why loons have such difficulty moving around on land: their heavy bones, small wings, rearward legs, and webbed feet. Let’s explore these …

Behavior: Double-crested Cormorants are often seen standing on docks, rocks, or buoys with wings outstretched to dry. Common Loons are not able to stand upright and only go on land to …

The common loon or great northern diver (Gavia immer) is a large member of the loon, or diver, family of birds. Breeding adults have a plumage that includes a broad black head and neck …

On this page, we provide photos and descriptions of loon behaviors that indicate when they are feeling relaxed, concerned, and stressed. We hope that these guidelines are helpful and allow …