Cranes are a family, Gruidae, of large, long-legged and long-necked birds in the group Gruiformes. There are fifteen species of crane in four genera. Wikipedia
Scientific name: Gruidae
Higher classification: Gruiformes
Rank: Family
Wingspan: Common crane: 1.8 – 2.4 m, Grey crowned crane: 2 m, Blue crane: 1.8 – 2 m
Height: Common crane: 100 – 130 cm, Grey crowned crane: 100 cm, Blue crane: 100 – 120 cm
Mass: Common crane: 3 – 6.1 kg, Grey crowned crane: 3.5 kg, Blue crane: 3.6 – 6.2 kg.
Top Speed: 40km/h (25mph),
Life Span: 15 - 30 years,
Lifestyle: Flock,
Conservation Status: Threatened,
Colour: White, Black, Grey, Brown, Red, Blue,
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