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Yellow-billed Loon

Gavia adamsii

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハシジロアビ
Chinese 白嘴潛鳥
Spanish Colimbo de Adams
French plongeon à bec blanc
German Gelbschnäbliger Eistaucher
Portuguese mobelha-de-bico-amarelo
Russian Белоклювая гагара

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yellow-billed Loon?
The scientific name of Yellow-billed Loon is Gavia adamsii. It belongs to the genus Gavia.
What is the conservation status of Yellow-billed Loon?
Yellow-billed Loon (Gavia adamsii) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Yellow-billed Loon live?
Yellow-billed Loon is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.
What family does Yellow-billed Loon belong to?
Yellow-billed Loon (Gavia adamsii) belongs to the genus Gavia, which is part of the taxonomic family Gaviidae.
What kingdom does Yellow-billed Loon belong to?
Yellow-billed Loon (Gavia adamsii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).
What are the closest relatives of Yellow-billed Loon?
The closest relatives of Yellow-billed Loon in the genus Gavia include Arctic/Pacific Loon, Red-Throated Diver, Pacific Loon, Common Loon.

Native Range — 4 Countries

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