Blue Crane vs Siberian Crane
Anthropoides paradiseus compared with Leucogeranus leucogeranus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Blue Crane | Siberian Crane |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anthropoides paradiseus | Leucogeranus leucogeranus |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Gruidae | Gruidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 111.2 cm (43.8 in) | 115.8 cm (45.6 in) |
| Weight | 4803.833333333333 g (169.45 oz) | 6153.333333333333 g (217.05 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Blue Crane
Critically Endangered
Siberian Crane
About These Birds
Blue Crane
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.
Siberian Crane
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.