Closeup of common loons calling show little they need to open their beaks to make these sounds. | Harry Collins Photography

Each year, adults and children gather in Crosslake, Minnesota to celebrate the incredible sounds of the Common Loon — the state bird of the land of ten thousand lakes — by belting out their best impressions. Some of the most impressive competitors are in the Youth category, like 2023’s second place winner Malakai. Hear some strikingly accurate loon calls — and some slightly more creative interpretations — in this BirdNote Daily episode. Loon Calling Competition © National Loon Center | BirdNote

Common loons calling #wildlifephotography #animals #birds | Harry Collins Photography

Sound UPPPP for common loons calling each other across the waters of a remote Wyoming lake...unforgettable wild moments... | T. Lyn Neufeld Photography

Common loons calling | Harry Collins Photography