Family

Gaviidae

2 species in 1 genus. Maximum lifespan ranges from 24 years (Red-throated diver) to 28 years (Black-throated diver).

Species
2
with a complete mtDNA
Lifespan range
24–28 yr
Longest: Black-throated diver
Median GC
45.9%
Range 45.8–46.0%
Genera
1

Overview

Genera of Gaviidae

1 genus, by species count

Where Gaviidae sit among 2,335 species

Whole-genome GC content against maximum lifespan. Hover or tap a point; select it again to open the species.

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Species in Gaviidae

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Species in Gaviidae
Gavia arcticaBlack-throated diver28 yr17,066 bp46.04%
Gavia stellataRed-throated diver24 yr17,573 bp45.82%