 Common loons are a species of concern in Montana. They primarily breed in the northwest corner of the state. The first management plan for common loons was completed in 1990. Since then several research projects across the country and in Montana were completed to help improve conservation and management strategies.
The Conservation Plan below was prepared in cooperation with the Montana Common Loon Working Group to incorporate past and current research and provide more informed conservation and management objectives. The plan includes chapters on population management, habitat management, disturbance, research, information and education, and coordination. The plan also includes numerous appendices that will assist biologists and managers with on the ground conservation and management of common loons.
Full Plan, pp. 1–122, 4.6 MB
Plan without Appendices, pp. 1-41, 641 KB
Appendix A: Lake/Territory List with Classification and Area Coordinators
pp. 42-53, 236 KB
Appendix B: Best Management Practices for Common Loon Habitat
pp. 54-63, 340 KB
Appendix C: Lake/Site Specific Common Loon Management Plan
pp. 64-80, 284 MB
Appendix D: Band Recoveries and Observations
pp. 81-83, 248 KB
Appendix E: Common Loon Surveys
pp. 84-93, 608 KB
Appendix F: The Use of Signs: An Essential Common Loon Management Tool
pp. 94-99, 342 KB
Appendix G: The Use of Artificial Nest Platforms
pp. 100-107, 418 KB
Appendix H: Information and Education
pp. 108-116, 1.3 MB
Appendix I: Handling of Live Common Loons and Specimens
pp. 117-119, 86 KB
Appendix J: Loon Ranger Training and Responsibilities
pp. 120-122, 96 KB
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