Curiosity for Birds: How well Do You Know the Cranes of the World?

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Tuesday, December 30, 2014

How well Do You Know the Cranes of the World?

There are 15 species of Cranes on all continents except South America and Antarctica.

After watching the video about the Demoiselle Crane I was determined to learn more about these extraordinary birds. You will too.
The villagers of Khichan, India feed the Cranes.
http://youtu.be/OJZcjZd_vvE
Migration of the Demoiselle Cranes above the Himalayan Mountains
http://youtu.be/XWruZlnI71M

Black Crowned Cranes live in Africa south of the Sahara.
http://youtu.be/y3_iS3SV-JU
Two Black Crowned Cranes calling
http://youtu.be/IgiBMxPSQrI

Wattled Cranes are found in Africa and south of the Sahara.
http://youtu.be/ugXQm4LrjYY

Japan Red Crowned Cranes Dance
https://youtu.be/-o4xsvE1p-g

Sandhill Crane

Sandhill Crane Dance and calls
http://youtu.be/TZczB4mmw0k