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Grey Crowned Crane
Balearica regulorum
26.7188, -80.3223
Field Notes
Description:
Its body plumage is mainly grey. The wings are also predominantly white, but contain feathers with a range of colours. The head has a crown of stiff golden feathers. The sides of the face are white, and there is a bright red inflatable throat pouch. The bill is relatively short and grey, and the legs are black.
Habitat:
It can be found in dry savannah in Africa south of the Sahara, although it nests in somewhat wetter habitats.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedDecember 18, 2011
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