Common Loons are large, diving waterbirds with rounded heads and dagger-like bills. They have long bodies and short tails that are usually not visible. In flight, they look stretched out, with a long, flat body and long neck and bill. Their feet stick out beyond the tail (unlike ducks and cormorants), looking like wedges.
Relative Size
Larger and longer-bodied than a Mallard, smaller and shorter-necked than a Canada Goose.
between crow and gooseMeasurements- Both Sexes
- Length: 26.0-35.8 in (66-91 cm)
- Weight: 88.2-215.2 oz (2500-6100 g)
- Wingspan: 40.9-51.6 in (104-131 cm)
- Length: 26.0-35.8 in (66-91 cm)
- Weight: 88.2-215.2 oz (2500-6100 g)
- Wingspan: 40.9-51.6 in (104-131 cm)