Great Northern Diver
Gavia immer
Great Northern Diver
Scientific name:
Gavia immer
Other names:
Common Loon
Family:
DiversConservation status:
Amber
Length:
70cm to 90cm
Wingspan:
127cm to 147cm
Weight:
3.6kg to 4.5kg
The great northern diver is the largest of all the UK's divers. Compared to its more common relatives, they have bigger heads and bills.
They are black and white all over, with a dark head with tones of green.
Their diets mainly consist of crustaceans and fish.
For more information on the diet of a loon, check out this guide.
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