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.

While passing Mooney Island out on Squam Lake yesterday around 4 p.m., we came super close to hitting a small black thing in ...

primary goal is to protect and maintain water quality in Beltrami County, however, many members of the association have made strides in protecting loon populations by promoting lead-free tackle.

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 ...

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

Researchers already knew there has been a 22% decline in loon numbers over the past 27 years in the study area, and now they say the problem is driven by declining water clarity.

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.

If someone develops pulmonary complications from diving, they should call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. For less severe diving injuries, nasal decongestants, bed rest and fluids may ...

Deep Water: Maine Poems is produced in collaboration with the Maine Writers & Publishers Alliance. “First Loon,” copyright 2023, by Dennis Camire, is forthcoming in An Anthology of Awe and ...

Our late-April cold snap, combined with freezing rain or sleet, is triggering loon fallout in the northeastern part of Wisconsin with reports of birds seen on the ground in Wausau, Gleason ...