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116: Common Loon - An Eerie and Beautiful Call - Listener Request!

116: Common Loon - An Eerie and Beautiful Call - Listener Request!

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That echoing, haunting call drifting across a northern lake at dusk — few sounds in nature are as unforgettable as the common loon. In this listener-requested episode, RJ, John, Shannon, and Amanda dive into the world of these striking waterbirds. From their red eyes and black-and-white plumage to their incredible diving and parenting skills, loons are true masters of life on the water.

Grab a cup of coffee, settle in lakeside, and join us for a relaxing, fact-filled conversation about one of North America’s most iconic birds.

🎧 Listen to learn:

  • Why loons’ eerie calls are so distinctive
  • How their anatomy makes them world-class divers
  • What their plumage and red eyes signal
  • Where to find loons across the northern U.S. and Canada

Whether you’ve heard their call on a quiet morning or are dreaming of your next lake getaway, this episode will transport you straight to the water’s edge.

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