May 8 – Loons Nest

It doesn’t take long for loons to begin nesting after they return to their northern lakes. Familiar with their territory, they quickly get down to business soon after arriving from their wintering waters along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. This loon’s nest, carefully hidden in the reeds along Caribou Lake, shows how quietly and efficiently the season begins.

Loons build their nests right at the water’s edge, often on small islands, marshy shorelines, or protected bays. The nest sits only a few inches above the water, so the bird can slide directly in and out of the lake.

Behind these behaviors lies the powerful instinct to reproduce, a drive built into every living creature. Across the natural world, animals work tirelessly to ensure the next generation survives, revealing a remarkable design built into life itself.

“But ask the animals, and they will teach you… Which of all these does not know that the hand of the Lord has done this?” — Job 12:7–10

Watching a loon quietly keep its vigil on the nest is a gentle reminder that God’s care is reflected throughout His creation.