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Whooping CraneGrus americana 
HabitatDuring the breeding season, Whooping Cranes inhabit marshy or swampy areas on the prairies and in aspen parkland. During migration, they are found in grainfields near ponds.
DescriptionWhooping Cranes are large white birds with a long neck, black wing tips, long black legs, and a red crown. Their large wings span about 2 m, and the bird stands more than 1.5 m tall. Threats ToHuman activities, such as hunting and development, threaten this species. The migration corridor is undergoing continuous industrial development, and Whooping Cranes collide with power lines and microwave towers. Oil and chemical pollution in the Gulf of Mexico could destroy wintering habitat |
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