Common Loon

Distinguished by its black head and checkered back.

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Common Name

Common Loon

Comments

Noted for their resonant, haunting call – ha-oo, ha-oo, ha-oo – often heard at dusk.

Scientific Name

Gavia immer

Habitat

Lakes in summer, southern coast in winter.

Size

To 3 ft. (90 cm)