Red-Crowned Crane
Place to admire: China & Animal Plaza
Scientific name: Grus japonensis
IUCN-status: Vulnerable
Habitat
In wildlife, the Red-Crowned Crane occurs in swampy areas, rice fields, intertidal and coastal areas scattered throughout Japan, China, Korea, and Russia.
Appearance
The Red-Crowned Crane weighs between 7 and 10 kilograms. It has a size of up to 1.5 meters. The Red-Crowned Crane clothes itself with a white plumage, with a black neck and it has black flight feathers. On the head, you can see a red spot.
Diet
The Red-Crowned Crane mainly eats fish, small mammals, reptiles, and invertebrates.
Social behavior
For the Red-Crowned Crane has the ‘dance’ an important meaning. As a result, this species of bird dances very extensively. This involves multiple parts, such as jumps, bends, pirouettes and running with outstretched wings. This is because with the dance they attract mates, but they also use it to strengthen social bonds and to mark their territory. Before beginning their dance, both birds will call together.
For the Red-Crowned Crane has the ‘dance’ an important meaning. As a result, this species of bird dances very extensively. This involves multiple parts, such as jumps, bends, pirouettes and running with outstretched wings. This is because with the dance they attract mates, but they also use it to strengthen social bonds and to mark their territory. Before beginning their dance, both birds will call together.
Fidelity and longevity
In many East Asian countries, the Red-Crowned Crane has a great cultural importance. This is because they establish a lifelong bond with their mate. They therefore symbolize fidelity and long life in these countries.
