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Common Loon with Chick on Back

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by from Thorold CA on 31 Jul 2025
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One of nature’s most heart-melting sights. ❤️ Baby loons often ride nestled on their parent’s back, tucked safely between the wings like a tiny feathered stowaway. It’s not just adorable—it’s essential. This behavior keeps the chick warm, dry, and protected from predators and cold water while it’s still too young to regulate its own temperature or swim long distances.

  • Camera: Canon EOS R5m2
  • Focal: 500 mm
  • Shutter speed: 0.008 sec
  • Aperture: f/ 7.1
tagged: loon chick animal anseriformes bird waterfowl beak vertebrate wildlife loons common_loon feather

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Radar posted 2025-07-31 9:05am

Love the photo and your comment.

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