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Common loon stretching
gymell

Common loon stretching (Gavia immer)

Due to the late spring thaw of lakes here in MN, loons gathered in unprecedented numbers on area lakes. Long-time birders said they'd never seen such a spring buildup of loons, especially here in a metro area. They were here for the better part of a week. It was fun to watch and listen to them. I love it when they stretch their feet out behind them like this.
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Habitat
Partially frozen lake
Location
Bloomington, MN
Date taken
15-APR-2008
Scientific name
Gavia immer
Equipment used
Canon EOS 1D ,Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS USM
AlanR
A fantastic shot.
There should be a law about calling birds Common. These are not common anywhere near to Cheltenham.
Alan
 
Digiscoper321
Great birds! Not a common sight in Sweden,mostly seen in winter. We've got the Black Throated Loon instead. Thanks for showing. Well done
 
gymell
Heh, yes I guess "common" is a relative term. The Common Loon is our state bird here in MN. It's also known as the Great Northern Diver, but nobody here calls them that as far as I know.
 
madamcoolpix
I've just come across this Loon waving to you in a Loony way (;)) and I think it is a marvelous picture!!! :bounce: Very good job, Liz, very well caught!!! :clap: :loveme:
 

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