Common Crane
Grus grus
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Common Crane (Grus grus) is a large 100–130 cm crane of Eurasia. Grey with black and white head pattern; bare red crown patch; drooping bushy tail plumes. Wingspan to 240 cm. Breeds from Scandinavia east to Siberia; winters in Spain, Africa, India, and China. Forms enormous migratory flocks. Feeds on grain, roots, and invertebrates.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 108.1 cm | 42.6 in |
| Weight | 5420.0 g | 191.19 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: M. Incubation: 28-31 days. Fledging: 65-70 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Gruidae (Cranes) |
| Genus | Grus |
| Species | Grus grus |
Distribution
Common Crane has been recorded in 9 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Gruidae family