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Common loons can dive to depths of around 150 feet (45 meters) in search of food. However, they typically dive to shallower depths of 40 to 60 feet (12 to 18 meters) when foraging for fish and other aquatic prey. Their remarkable diving ability allows them to stay underwater for up to five minutes before resurfacing.
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How fast do loons swim?
Common loons can swim at speeds of up to 5 miles per hour. They are powerful swimmers capable of diving to depths of up to 200 feet in search of food.
What is the name of a diving bird?
A common diving bird is the puffin. It can dive up to 60 meters underwater in search of fish.
How long can a loon stay underwater for?
On average, a common loon can hold its breath for about 50 second. They can, however, dive much longer if needed.
How deep can penguins dive?
They can dive up to 500 feet deep.
What is the difference between the great northern loon and the common loon?
The difference is "great northern" and "common".
When was Dive Deep created?
Dive Deep was created on 2008-01-28.
How big are common loons feet?
A common loon's foot is about the size of a human palm.
When was Dive Deep - Quintessence album - created?
Dive Deep - Quintessence album - was created in 1971.
How deep can a rock hopper penguin dive?
A Rockhopper Penguin can dive as deep as 100 m.
Why does the loon represent Canada?
The common loon is found in all Canadian provinces and territories.
What state has the loon as its state bird?
Minnesota claims the Common Loon as its state bird.
Which province adopted the Loon as its symbol?
Ontario adopted the common loon as its provincial bird.
