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Cranes are very large birds, often considered the world's tallest flying birds. They range in size from the demoiselle crane , which measures 90 cm (35 in) in length, to the sarus crane , which can be up to 176 cm (69 in), although the heaviest is the red-crowned crane , which can weigh 12 kg (26 lb) prior to migrating.
The common crane is a large, stately bird and a medium-sized crane. It is 100–130 cm (39–51 in) long with a 180–240 cm (71–94 in) wingspan. The body weight can range from 3 to 6.1 kg (6.6 to 13.4 lb), with the nominate subspecies averaging around 5.4 kg (12 lb) and the eastern subspecies (G. g. lilfordi) averaging 4.6 kg (10 lb).
Jul 1, 2024 · crane, any of 15 species of tall wading birds of the family Gruidae (order Gruiformes). Superficially, cranes resemble herons but usually are larger and have a partly naked head, a heavier bill, more compact plumage, and an elevated hind toe.
The Crane belongs to a family (Gruidae) of birds that have long legs, long necks, and long beaks. There are 15 different species in this family. They are similar in appearance to herons, but they are usually larger than most heron species, and are not related to them in any way.
Sandhill Cranes are very large, tall birds with a long neck, long legs, and very broad wings. The bulky body tapers into a slender neck; the short tail is covered by drooping feathers that form a “bustle.”
The Crane is a huge, graceful, mostly grey bird with long legs, a long neck and drooping, curved tail feathers. There's a small breeding population in Norfolk, a re-introduced population in Somerset and small numbers pass through Britain in spring and autumn.
The common crane is one of six genera of the crane family (Gruida) and contains five separate species (Grus) which are all monotypic. It is a long distance migrant and one of Europe’s largest birds with a range extending from Northern Europe into Central and East Asia.
As the UK’s tallest bird the common crane is instantly recognisable with the ruffle of tail feathers and very long legs. Their bugling call is also very distinctive.
Basic facts about Common Crane: lifespan, distribution and habitat map, lifestyle and social behavior, mating habits, diet and nutrition, population size and status.
Bird Guide Cranes. Common Crane. Adult. Photo: Вых Пыхманн/Wikimeida. At a Glance. This crane is relatively common in parts of Eurasia, but strictly an accidental visitor to North America.
