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Common Loon

Gavia immer

Description:

Large, heavy body, pointed bill, dark head and prominent neck ring. Black and white pattern on back (breeding).

Habitat:

forest edged lakes and ponds, rivers, coasts.

Notes:

These loons nested on June 11. 28 days for the chicks to hatch.

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Maine, USA

Spotted on Jun 14, 2015
Submitted on Jun 14, 2015

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