Loons & Divers in United Kingdom
3 species matching this filter.
Ranges from the Red-throated Loon (53cm) to the Common Loon (91cm)3 year-round residents
Arctic Loon
Gavia arcticaLC
A rare breeding bird on Scottish Highland lochs, wintering along sheltered coasts. Known as Black-throated Diver in British usage.
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Common Loon
Gavia immerLC
Known locally as Great Northern Diver, found year-round on Scottish lochs and coastal waters. Most numerous in winter, with breeding confined to a handful of Scottish sites.
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Red-throated Loon
Gavia stellataLC
Breeds on remote Scottish lochs in summer and winters around British coasts. Known locally as Red-throated Diver.
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