The nesting biology of Pacific Loons, Gavia pacifica, was studied from 1973 to 1975 on the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, Alaska. Loons maintained territories on ponds throughout the pre-nesting period. Both adults incubated eggs and raised the young. Males incubated more than females during early incubation, and females more than males during late incubation. The female assumes much of the early brood rearing, with the male assisting more when food demands of young increase later in brood rearing.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1989 |
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Title | Nesting biology of pacific loons, Gavia pacifica, on the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, Alaska |
Authors | Margaret R. Petersen |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Canadian Field-Naturalist |
Index ID | 70181037 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Alaska Science Center |