Adult Description * Large waterbird. * Long pointed bill. * Long body slopes to rear. * Sits low on water. Immature Description Juvenile similar to nonbreeding adult, but head more uniformly dark with more distinct edge between light underparts and dark upperparts. Back feathers edged with light, giving a scaled appearance. Bill paler, but still with dark upper edge.
Please tread lightly.
Your cooperation and adoption of a sound "ethic" in viewing
wildlife is necessary to protect wildlife. This area is the habitat
of several sensitive wildlife species whose population numbers are
in serious decline throughout their range. Minimal human
disturbance may cause failure of sensitive bird species to
successfully raise their young to insure survival of the
species.
Please do not approach wildlife and let me know if a cache is
placed in an area that would be harmful or disruptive to any birds
or animals.
ANY ACTION YOU TAKE WHICH CHANGES THE BEHAVIOR OF WILDLIFE MAY HAVE
SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES.
The Grassland is becoming well known for its unique recreation opportunities. Use has increased rapidly in recent years. Please take the time to educate yourself and others to adopt a sound viewing "ethic" to guide the use and enjoyment of all wildlife species. This series is put together to educate you about the various bird
species that you may be able to see while out caching in the Pawnee
National Grasslands.
Information is from "Birding on the Pawnee by Automobile or Mountain Bike" by The US Forest Service- Pawnee National Grassland and from www.allaboutbirds.org
Birding Loop- Common Loon
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TTPT #11 (53.29 kms W)
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