Minnesota Restoration of Common Loons Project
October, 2023: The Gilbert Lake Association will work with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and associated partners of the Restoration of Common Loons in Minnesota Project (RCLMP), to conserve loon populations on Gilbert Lake. Paul Jacobsen
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Physical disturbance of adult loons after eggs have been laid may flush loons from their nest, and cause total nest failure. Loons vary in their tolerance to boat traffic, but may leave the nest if watercraft comes within 500 feet of the
nest. This leaves the eggs without warmth or protection from predators. Loons may also permanently abandon a nest if disturbed too often.
nest. This leaves the eggs without warmth or protection from predators. Loons may also permanently abandon a nest if disturbed too often.
Photo courtesy of Paul Jacobson
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