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Arctic loon
Scientific name: Gavia arctica
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: GAVIIDAE
Group: Birds
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 50 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 01.04-31.06
Gestation: 28 à 30 jours
Births: 01.06-31.07
Habitat:
Freshwater lakes and rivers, particularly in Arctic and subarctic regions, especially in Scandinavia, Iceland, Canada, and Alaska
Recommended lens:
>=400 mm
Photography tips:
Use a telephoto lens to photograph the Arctic Loon, especially when it dives or swims in lakes. The soft light of the morning or evening is ideal for capturing the details of its plumage and natural behavior. Be discreet and respect their space to avoid disturbing their natural behavior, especially during the breeding season.
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