The common loon's 'penguin dance,' a defense behavior to defend nest or chicks. (Photo courtesy of Bob LeBlanc)
July 30, 2023
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Conservation of common loon remains a priority
Easily recognizable by their many wails and calls, loons are large birds when compared to ducks. They only lay two eggs at a time, leaving the nest when disturbed, sometimes so quickly that their feet knock eggs into the water.