Loons Collection (page 4)

Pacific Diver (Gavia pacifica) adult, breeding plumage, calling on water, Nunavut, Canada, July

Yellow-billed Loon - Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve - CA
SE-1007 Yellow-billed Loon Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve - CA Gavia adamsii Suzi Eszterhas contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Great Northern Loon
WW-3729 Great Northern Loon Gavia immer Wardene Weisser contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

View from bird hide over marshland habitat, The Loons RSPB Reserve, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland, june

Red-throated Diver (Gavia stellata) mature chick, swimming, Finland

Red-throated Diver (Gavia stellata) two mature chicks, at different stages of development, swimming, Finland

White-billed Diver (Gavia adamsii) immature, first summer plumage, swimming on sea, Northern Norway, june

Great Northern Diver (Gavia immer) adult, summer plumage, calling, swimming on lake, North Michigan, U. S. A. june
Great Northern Diver (Gavia immer) adult, summer plumage, calling, swimming on lake, North Michigan, U.S.A. june

Black-throated Diver (Gavia arctica) adult pair, in breeding plumage, swimming on lake, Langvattnet Lake, Malingsbo-Kloten Nature Reserve, Bergslagen, Central Sweden, august

Black-throated Diver (Gavia arctica) juvenile, swimming on lake, Staffordshire, England, january

Black-throated Diver (Gavia arctica) adult, summer plumage, in flight, Finland, june

Great Northern Diver (Gavia immer) adult, summer plumage, silhouetted on lake at sunrise, North Michigan, U. S. A. june
Great Northern Diver (Gavia immer) adult, summer plumage, silhouetted on lake at sunrise, North Michigan, U.S.A. june

White-billed Diver / Yellow-billed Loon
KF-1801 White-billed Diver / Yellow-billed Loon Gavia adamsii Kenneth W Fink Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Red-throated Loon / Diver - on small loch - Isle of Harris - Outer Hebrides
GET-1809 Red-throated Loon / Diver - on small loch Isle of Harris - Outer Hebrides Gavia stellata Geoff Trinder Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Red-throated Diver - Fishing in sea, October. Isles of Scilly, UK
RES-369 Red-throated DIVER / LOON - Fishing in sea October, Isles of Scilly, UK Gavia stellata George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Red-throted Diver Greenland
WAT-1950 Red-throated Diver / Loon - on nest Greenland Gavia stellata M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Red-throated Diver - Fishing in sea, but catches seaweed. October Isles of Scilly, UK
RES-365 Red-throated DIVER / LOON - Fishing in sea, but catches seaweed October, Isles of Scilly, UK Gavia stellata George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Red-Throated Diver On nest
KF-01B RED-THROATED DIVER / LOON on nest Gavia stellata Kenneth W Fink Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

White-billed Diver - also known as Yellow-billed diver / Loon in North America
BS-128 White-billed Diver North America. Gavia adamsii Bryan Sage Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Black-throated Diver
BS-1056 Black-throated Diver / Loon Gavia Arctica Bryan Sage Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Captivating Loons: Majestic Divers of the Northern Waters" The Common Loon, also known as the Great Northern Diver, is a remarkable bird that enchants nature enthusiasts worldwide. With its striking appearance and captivating behaviors, this species never fails to leave a lasting impression. In the summer plumage, the Red-throated Diver showcases its vibrant colors while gracefully swimming on a picturesque loch in Scotland's Shetland Islands. The tranquil scene perfectly captures the serenity of these remote landscapes. Meanwhile, in North Michigan, an adult pair of Great Northern Divers engages in a mesmerizing bonding display. Circling on a glistening lake, their synchronized movements create an awe-inspiring spectacle that symbolizes their strong connection. Traveling back to 1977 at The Temperance Hotel in Cornwall's Churchtown Roche, one can imagine witnessing another encounter with these magnificent birds. Their presence adds an element of natural beauty to this historic location. A misty morning reveals yet another heartwarming sight – a young Common Loon or Great Northern Diver chick riding comfortably on its parent's back. This tender moment exemplifies the nurturing instincts and protective nature of these devoted parents. Moving across continents to Sterling Lake, we find ourselves captivated by a pair of Common/Great Northern Loons gracefully gliding across calm waters. The male takes center stage against the backdrop of serene surroundings - truly showcasing their regal elegance. Delving into historical illustrations from Bug (1833-39), we glimpse how artists have long been fascinated by these enigmatic creatures' allure. Their detailed depictions immortalize moments frozen in time for generations to appreciate. However enchanting they may be, humans have interacted with loons throughout history for various purposes. Dr Nansen and Mr Jackson were captured shooting loons on Cape Flora - reminding us that our relationship with wildlife has not always been harmonious but evolving.