Whooping Crane

Whooping Crane
  • Whooping Crane, also called as Grus americana, is a large bird belonging to the family Gruidae.
  • This species is endangered but it is under several breeding programs.
  • Protection and Conservation of the Governments of Canada and the United States reported that there were around 200 surviving individuals in October 2005.
  • It is found in the marshes of the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge and Wood Buffalo National Park.
  • It is known for its whooping sound.
  • These cranes are omnivores but they also eat barley and wheat.

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