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Hooded Crane
Grus monacha
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
99.0 cm
Weight
3821.0 g
Family
Gruidae
Order
Gruiformes
About
Hooded Crane (Grus monacha) is a medium 97–100 cm crane of East Asia. Dark slaty-grey body contrasts with white neck and head bearing bare red crown. Breeds in Siberia and northern China; winters in Japan, Korea, and Yangtze valley wetlands. Vulnerable; world population ~11,000 birds.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 99.0 cm | 39.0 in |
| Weight | 3821.0 g | 134.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 27-30 days. Fledging: 75 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Family | Gruidae (Cranes) |
| Genus | Grus |
| Species | Grus monacha |
Distribution
Hooded Crane has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hooded Crane endangered?
The Hooded Crane has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Hooded Crane nest?
Incubation: 27-30 days. Fledging: 75 days.
How big is the Hooded Crane?
The Hooded Crane has a wingspan of 99.0 cm, weight of 3821.0 g.
What order and family does the Hooded Crane belong to?
The Hooded Crane (Grus monacha) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Gruidae.
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