Because their feet are far back on their bodies, Loons must wriggle on shore to build and tend to their nests.
Because Loons select low and marshy areas for their nests, Loons' favored habitat is unsuitable for building cottages and McMansions.
Even before actually raising their families, Loons are highly territorial. With that requirement of a huge "
Lebensraum", Loon nests are rarely located in sight of one another.
So territorial, even much larger birds are in danger of a fatal Loon attack.
One visit to Winter Harbor's single favorable marshy area would enlighten those who think boaters aren't a problem.
