The two top photos were both taken at the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Delta, B.C. Top photo taken in April 2012 and middle photo taken in January 2011. The bottom photo was taken at Lake Tohopekalga, Florida in February 2012.
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Sandhill Crane
The Sandhill Crane (Scientific name - Grus canadensis) is a large crane that is found in North America and in Northeastern Siberia. They migrate South in winter and gather in large flocks in areas like New Mexico. Fossils suggest that this bird (or its ancestor) were present 2.5 million years ago.
The Sandhill Crane has a mostly grey body with a distinct red forehead, white cheeks and a dark bill.
The two top photos were both taken at the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Delta, B.C. Top photo taken in April 2012 and middle photo taken in January 2011. The bottom photo was taken at Lake Tohopekalga, Florida in February 2012.
The two top photos were both taken at the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Delta, B.C. Top photo taken in April 2012 and middle photo taken in January 2011. The bottom photo was taken at Lake Tohopekalga, Florida in February 2012.
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