Sarus Crane vs Common Crane
Grus antigone compared with Grus grus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Sarus Crane | Common Crane |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grus antigone | Grus grus |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Gruidae | Gruidae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 108.1 cm (42.6 in) |
| Weight | 6890.0 g (243.04 oz) | 5420.0 g (191.19 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Sarus Crane
Least Concern
Common Crane
About These Birds
Sarus Crane
Sarus Crane (Grus antigone) is the world's tallest flying bird, standing 150–180 cm. Grey with red bare skin on head and upper neck; pale grey wing plumes. Inhabits open wetlands, rice paddies, and grasslands in India, South-East Asia, and Australia. Pair-bonded for life.
Common Crane
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.