Great Northern Loon

The Great Northern Loon is a large diving bird also known as a common loon. Their length ranges from 24 to 39 inches, and their wingspan can reach 60 inches. The Great Northern loon's spear-like beak is its most distinctive characteristic. In the Northern United States, Canada, and Greenland, these migratory birds spend their summers in lakes and ponds. They travel south throughout the winter to the Pacific and Atlantic coasts.


You could infer from appearances that the Great Northern Loon's sharp beak is what endangers people. Similar to how they attack their natural predators like bald eagles, gulls, sea otters, ravens, or skunks, they aim for the head or neck. The effects of such a spear-like beak attack might be disastrous.

Via: Bird Watchers Guide
Via: Bird Watchers Guide
Via: Naturally Curious with Mary Holland
Via: Naturally Curious with Mary Holland

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