About the Arctic Loon
The Arctic Loon (Gavia arctica) is a species of bird in the Loons family (Gaviidae), within the order Gaviiformes. This family contains 5 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code arcloo when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gaviiformes |
| Family | Loons (Gaviidae) |
| Species | Gavia arctica |
| Species Codes | arcloo, ARLO, BTDI, BTLO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Arctic Loon belong to?
The Arctic Loon (Gavia arctica) belongs to the Loons family (Gaviidae), in the order Gaviiformes.
How can I identify the Arctic Loon?
The Arctic Loon is a member of the Loons family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Arctic Loon sighting?
You can log sightings of Arctic Loon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code arcloo, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Loons 5 species
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Quick Stats
Gaviiformes
Order
5
Species in Family
7,080
iNat Observations
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