Siberian Crane
NameSiberian Crane
Common NameSiberian Crane
Scientific NameLeucogeranus leucogeranus
FamilyGruidae
Wingspan (cm)230
Length (cm)137.5
Weight (g)6750
Plumage DetailsAdults are almost entirely pure white, with the exception of black primary feathers which are visible only when the wings are spread in flight. They have a prominent bare red patch of skin on their face, extending from the base of the bill to around the eye. Their legs are reddish-pink, and the bill is dark red.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a distinctive high-pitched, flute-like, and melodious call, often described as a "whistling" sound, which can carry over long distances.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetland
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeBreeds in Arctic Russia (Yakutia and Western Siberia) and migrates to wintering grounds primarily in China (Poyang Lake), with smaller populations historically wintering in India and Iran.
Identifying Featuresall-white plumage, bare red facial skin, long red legs, long dark red bill, flute-like call, highly aquatic behavior
Description
The Siberian Crane is a large, striking white crane with a distinctive bare red face and long, reddish legs. These elegant birds are highly aquatic, spending much of their time wading in shallow wetlands to forage for food.
