Common Loon Survival

Dr. Walter Piper has studied the Common Loon since 1993, focusing on territory defense, habitat selection, and breeding behavior. In 2019, recognizing a decline in survival rates for chicks and young adults, his study emphasis has shifted to investigating what factors impact survival rates. Learn how water clarity affects loon breeding success and about the impact of male and female age on loon breeding success. (**Note: Date may change ; check website for updates)