Brolga vs Siberian Crane
Grus rubicunda compared with Leucogeranus leucogeranus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Brolga | Siberian Crane |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Grus rubicunda | Leucogeranus leucogeranus |
| Order | Gruiformes | Gruiformes |
| Family | Gruidae | Gruidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 115.8 cm (45.6 in) |
| Weight | 6093.25 g (214.93 oz) | 6153.333333333333 g (217.05 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Brolga
Critically Endangered
Siberian Crane
About These Birds
Brolga
Brolga (Grus rubicunda) is Australia's only native crane, standing 100–130 cm. Grey with bare red skin on head; grey dewlap. Inhabits open tropical and sub-tropical grasslands, floodplains, and wetlands across northern and eastern Australia. Spectacular communal displays during breeding season.
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.