Blue Crane
Anthropoides paradiseus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="anthropoides-paradiseus"></birdfyi-bird>The Blue Crane (Anthropoides paradiseus) is a bird species in the family Gruidae (cranes), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 111.2 cm and a weight of 4.8 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Blue Crane (Anthropoides paradiseus) is South Africa's national bird, standing 100–120 cm. Pale blue-grey overall; elongated inner wing feathers trail to the ground; pale head. Inhabits open dry grasslands and Karoo, not primarily wetlands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 111.2 cm | 43.8 in |
| Weight | 4803.833333333333 g | 169.45 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30-33 days. Fledging: 85 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Gruidae (Cranes) |
| Genus | Anthropoides |
| Species | Anthropoides paradiseus |
Distribution
Blue Crane has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Gruidae family