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Common Crane

Grus grus

Least Concern
Envergure
108,1 cm
Poids
5420,0 g
Famille
Gruidae
Ordre
Gruiformes

The Common Crane (Grus grus) is a bird species in the family Gruidae (cranes), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 108.1 cm and a weight of 5.4 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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À propos

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.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 108,1 cm 42.6 in
Poids 5420,0 g 191.19 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: M. Incubation: 28-31 days. Fledging: 65-70 days.

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Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails)
Famille Gruidae (Cranes)
Genus Grus
Espèces Grus grus

Distribution

Common Crane has been recorded in 9 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

Is the Common Crane endangered?
The Common Crane has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Common Crane nest?
Nest type: M. Incubation: 28-31 days. Fledging: 65-70 days.
How big is the Common Crane?
The Common Crane has a wingspan of 108.1 cm, weight of 5420.0 g.
What order and family does the Common Crane belong to?
The Common Crane (Grus grus) belongs to the order Gruiformes and the family Gruidae.

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