When they dive or swim, their bodies seem to merge with the water, becoming almost invisible. In winter, they transform, adopting a drab gray coat that helps them blend into coastal waters.

BETHEL — Bill Lowe says it could be any day now — Songo Pond is getting ready to welcome its second loon chick in the last 40 ...

Few birding experiences rival hearing the haunting call of the loon or seeing them glide by in protected coves on a lake.

One other possible loon look-alike is the double-crested cormorant, also a large, dark-colored diving waterbird. Key differences to look for here are the cormorant’s lack of white specks and ...

That’s partially what makes seeing loons so special this time of year. The deep glacial lakes are perfect for the loon, which can deftly dive to 100 feet or more to grab its prey of mostly fish.

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Loons cannot walk: Their legs are placed way in the back of their bodies and are used only for swimming and diving. They have sharp beaks and will use them for defense.

Poor water quality causing loons to shrink in size 04:28. MINOCQUA, Wis. — A scientist warns that the effects of climate change could ultimately drive Minnesota's state bird out of the state ...