Winegar Moraine and Iron Co. Northern Goshawk IBA
An ecoregion with a very high density of postglacial lakes.
Ornithological Summary
Supports the state's densest population of nesting Common Loons.
Conservation Issues
Heavy metal pollution of water is a threat for all Common Loons nesting in Michigan. Few other threats.
Ownership
Primarily within the Ottawa National Forest (USDA US Forest Service), with small inholdings belonging to the University of Notre Dame and private landowners.
Habitat
Predominately upland mixed forest (e.g. northern hardwoods, pines), with some shrub and open water intermixed.
Land Use
Predominately wildlife conservation and research.
Birds in This Area
Common Loon
Gavia immer
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