The Common Loon (Gavia immer) is one of five loon species found in the world. Others include the Red-throated Loon, Black-throated Loon, Pacific Loon and Yellow-billed Loon. In other parts of the ...

Minnesota’s state bird is everywhere: There are loons on license plates and library cards, at lottery counters, and now even on the official state seal. Fireplace mantels across the state sport ...

Loons, Lakes and Linneaus lists, oh my! Follow the call of the loon to the North Woods, Great Lakes course held at the National Loon Center.

Having a loon come to the valley is highly unusual, he said. “Some species appear to be able to tolerate humans or hang out around human environments, and some cannot,” Price said.

but a species facing an uncertain future. Over time, that iconic birdcall is becoming rarer: In northern Wisconsin, the loon population has decreased by 22% in the last 25 years, with other ...