Wattled Crane
Bugeranus carunculatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="bugeranus-carunculatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Wattled Crane (Bugeranus carunculatus) is a bird species in the family Gruidae (cranes), within the order Gruiformes (cranes & rails). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 124.8 cm and a weight of 8 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Giới Thiệu
Wattled Crane (Bugeranus carunculatus) is Africa's largest crane at 120–175 cm. Grey above, white neck; distinctive long feathered white wattles below the chin. Inhabits large shallow Afrotropical wetlands, flooded grasslands, and Okavango-type systems. Vulnerable; fewer than 8,000 birds survive.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Chiều Dài Sải Cánh | 124,8 cm | 49.1 in |
| Khối Lượng | 7998,5 g | 282.14 oz |
Habitat & Range
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Làm Tổ
Nest type: HC. Incubation: 33-36 days. Fledging: 90-130 days.
Số Trứng
1-2
Phân Loại Học
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Bộ | Gruiformes (Cranes & Rails) |
| Họ | Gruidae (Cranes) |
| Genus | Bugeranus |
| Loài | Bugeranus carunculatus |
Distribution
Wattled Crane has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Gruidae family