Gaviiformes - loons
 There is one family in this order with five species of loon. Loons are duck-sized birds with long necks; webbed feet; and sharp, pointed bills. They are found in North America and Northern Europe. They are diving birds and eat fish. Their bones are denser than the bones of other birds, which helps them dive! They have gray, black, and white feathers. Loons breed on freshwater lakes, but they winter on the coast. Loon pairs often mate for life and they can live as long as 30 years.
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