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Red-crowned Crane

Grus japonensis

Vulnerable →

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

40 years

Length

1.5 m

Weight

10.0 kg

Population

2.8K

Trend

→ Stable

About

One of the rarest cranes in the world, red-crowned cranes stand 1.5 meters tall and are revered in East Asian cultures as symbols of longevity, fidelity, and good fortune. They inhabit wetlands and marshes of Russia, China, Korea, and Japan, performing elaborate and graceful courtship dances involving synchronized leaps, bowing, and calls. Endangered, with the wild population estimated at just 2,750 individuals, threatened by wetland drainage and habitat loss.

Fun Facts

✨ They perform elaborate courtship dances.
✨ They are considered sacred in Japan.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in a wide range of habitat types.

🌿 Grassland 💧 Wetlands (Inland)

Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Diet & Behavior

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Omnivore

Red-crowned Crane is classified as omnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🍽️ Omnivore

Plant ~60% Animal ~40%

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Estimated Population

2.8K

Population Trend

→ Stable

Full Taxonomy

Gruiformes (Gruiformes)

Species

Grus japonensis (Red-crowned Crane)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese タンチョウ

Chinese 丹頂鶴

Spanish Grulla manchú

French Grue du Japon

German Mandschurenkranich

Portuguese grou-de-coroa-vermelha

Russian Японский журавль

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red-crowned Crane?

The scientific name of Red-crowned Crane is Grus japonensis. It belongs to the genus Grus.

What is the conservation status of Red-crowned Crane?

Red-crowned Crane (Grus japonensis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is stable.

Where does Red-crowned Crane live?

Red-crowned Crane is found in Found across Asia (Taiwan) and Europe (5 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, Taiwan, United Kingdom.

What family does Red-crowned Crane belong to?

Red-crowned Crane (Grus japonensis) belongs to the genus Grus, which is part of the taxonomic family Gruidae.

What does Red-crowned Crane eat?

Red-crowned Crane is omnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Red-crowned Crane live?

Red-crowned Crane has an average lifespan of approximately 40 years in the wild.

How many Red-crowned Crane are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Red-crowned Crane (Grus japonensis) is approximately 2,750 individuals.

Is Red-crowned Crane endangered?

Yes, Red-crowned Crane (Grus japonensis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.