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Siberian Crane

Leucogeranus leucogeranus

Critically Endangered
Wingspan
115.8 cm
Weight
6153.333333333333 g
Family
Gruidae
Order
Gruiformes

About

Siberian Crane (Leucogeranus leucogeranus) is a large 140–145 cm, all-white crane with red facial skin and pink bill and legs; black wingtips visible in flight. Wingspan to 230 cm. Critically Endangered; world population only ~4,000 birds. Breeds in Arctic Siberia; winters primarily at Poyang Lake, China.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 115.8 cm 45.6 in
Weight 6153.333333333333 g 217.05 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: HC. Incubation: 29 days. Fledging: 70-75 days.

Clutch Size

2

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Family Gruidae (Cranes)
Genus Leucogeranus
Species Leucogeranus leucogeranus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Siberian Crane endangered?
The Siberian Crane has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
How does the Siberian Crane nest?
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 29 days. Fledging: 70-75 days.
How big is the Siberian Crane?
The Siberian Crane has a wingspan of 115.8 cm, weight of 6153.333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Siberian Crane belong to?
The Siberian Crane (Leucogeranus leucogeranus) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Gruidae.

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