Common Loon
(Gavia immer)
Photographed in Monterey California, by Jim Rosso.
Spring plumage. In the bottom picture (winter plumage) the bird is preening its feathers.

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Other members of the genus Gavia:

Red-throated Loon

Pacific Loon