Least Concern
Crane (Sandhill)
Grus canadensis
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About
Cranes are large, long-legged, long-necked birds known for their elaborate courtship dances. The sandhill crane is a common species found throughout North America. They are migratory birds that form large flocks during migration.
Habitat
Wetlands, grasslands, and agricultural fields of North America, Siberia, and Cuba
Diet
Omnivorous - seeds, grains, insects, small mammals, and amphibians
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Fun Facts
- Sandhill cranes can live up to 20 years in the wild.
- They perform elaborate courtship dances that include leaping, bowing, and wing flapping.
- Sandhill cranes migrate in large V-shaped flocks that can number in the thousands.
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern
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