Loons:

The order Gaviiformes consists of only 5 extant species of loon.  All of these living species are found in a single family (Gaviidae), in a single genus Gavia

The following is a list of all living species: 

  • Red-throated Loon
  • Black-throated Loon
  • Pacific Loon
  • Great Northern Loon
  • Yellow-billed Loon

 

Cite this Page: Chamberlain, H. 2009. "Loons" (OnLine) UntamedScience. Accessed Jul 29, 2010 at http://www.untamedscience.com/biodiversity/animals/chordates/birds/loons
Chamberlain, H.
Untamed Science Crew
Created on: Mar 25th, 2009
Last updated: Feb 21st, 2010

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