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Sandhill Crane
Grus canadensis
44.9516, -110.596
Field Notes
Description:
•Very large bird.
•Long neck.
•Long Legs.
•Gray body, may be stained reddish.
•Red forehead.
•White cheek.
•Tufted feathers over rump.
Habitat:
Small lake (Floating Island Lake) at approx. 6500 ft. elevation.
Notes:
This nesting site is used on a regular basis by cranes. Cinnamon Teal seen in background.
Returned later in the day to observe 2nd crane arrivng to help with nesting duties.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedDecember 20, 2011
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