How does a loon dive so deep?

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Intro

Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. How does a loon dive so deep?

The Big Idea

Loons are amazing divers! They can dive deeper than most birds. How?

Heavy Bones

Step one: Heavy Bones. A loon is a diving bird with heavy, solid bones that help it sink easily. Most birds have hollow bones that keep them light.

Big Feet

Step two: Big Feet. It uses its big webbed feet, set far back on its body, to push through the water and chase fish. Loons can see well underwater.

Deep and Long

Step three: Deep and Long. A loon can stay under for a minute or more and dive dozens of meters deep. Its legs are so far back that walking on land is awkward.

A Closer Look

Let's take a closer look! Help sink. Far back. See underwater. Dinner!

Quick Facts

Quick facts! Loons can see well underwater. Solid bones help sink. A minute or more underwater. Clumsy on land.

Think Like a Scientist

Now, think like a scientist! With a grown-up, watch a video of a loon diving. Pause it when the loon is underwater. Sketch the loon's body. Mark where its feet are. How do the feet help it swim?

Outro

Loons have heavy, solid bones that help them sink, and big webbed feet set far back that push them through the water after fish. They can stay under a minute or more and dive dozens of meters, but they're awkward walking on land. Science is amazing! The world is full of surprises. Keep asking big questions, and keep exploring with me! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!