Siberian Crane

Overview

Siberian Crane (Leucogeranus leucogeranus) is a species of Cranes (Gruidae) in the order Cranes and Allies. A pure white crane with a red face, among the rarest cranes in the world; makes an extraordinary migration to winter in China's Poyang Lake; critically endangered by wetland loss; an iconic species of global conservation.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Leucogeranus; binomial: Leucogeranus leucogeranus; authority: (Pallas, 1773). Typical size: 140-150cm. Average lifespan: 30-40 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: Iran, n India and s China.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.