Grus Canadensis Collection

Sandhill Crane, (Grus canadensis), Bosque del Apache, Socorro, New Mexico, USA

Pair of sandhill cranes, Grus canadensis, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

Mixed flock of Snow geese (Chen caerulescens atlanticus / Chen caerulescens) and Sandhill cranes (Grus canadensis) at wintering area at dawn, with full moon, Bosque del Apache, New Mexico, USA

Sandhill cranes on the Platte River during spring migration near Kearney, Nebraska, USA
Sandhill cranes (Grus Canadensis) on the Platte River during spring migration near Kearney, Nebraska, USA

Two Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) in flight in early morning light, Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Line of four Sandhill crane (Grus canadensis) in a pond silhouetted at sunset, Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Sandhill crane (Grus canadensis) taking off from a pond, Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

USA, South Texas. Aranas National Wildlife Refuge, sandhill cranes pair (lesser)

USA, South Texas. Aranas National Wildlife Refuge, sandhill cranes (lesser) dancing

USA, South Texas. Sandhill crane (lesser) and black-bellied whistling ducks

Abstract interpretation of Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) at roost during spring migration in March, Rowe Sanctuary, Kearney, Nebraska, USA. March. Long exposure

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Morning breaks with warm rays of sun over cool blue light of dawn as Sand Hill Cranes fly in to sit in two inches of precious Ogallala water on the Platte River

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Sandhill cranes fly in to roost in the shallows of the Platte River. Every year 400, 000 to 600, 000 sandhill cranes--80 percent of all the cranes on the planet--congregate along an 80-mile stretch

Sandhill cranes (Grus canadensis) (Florida race), adult with two small chicks crossing highway, Kissimmee, Florida, USA, March

Florida sandhill cranes (Grus canadensis pratensis) foraging in shallow water at lake edge, Sarasota, Florida, USA

Sandhill crane ( Grus canadensis) with two newly hatched chicks on a nest in a flooded pasture. Sublette County, Wyoming, USA. May

Sandhill cranes come in for the night in the Sacramento Valley

Trio of sandhill cranes settling in for the night

Whooping crane chasing Sandhill crane, Texas coast

Sandhill cranes silhouetted flying at sunset. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill cranes silhouetted at sunset. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill crane flying. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Usa, California. A flock of sandhill cranes flies at sunset, near Lodi, California

USA, Tennessee. Tennessee Valley Authority drawdown, Tennessee River. White pelicans, sandhill cranes, Canada geese feeding

USA, Tennessee. Evening light Tennessee River, Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge. Sandhill Cranes feed along exposed edges

Sandhill cranes and reflection. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Northern shoveler silhouetted at sunset. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill crane landing. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill crane flying a crop field. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill cranes silhouetted at sunset. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill cranes flying at sunrise. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill crane flying at sunrise. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill crane fighting at a crop field. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill cranes standing in pond. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill cranes flying. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill crane silhouetted flying at sunset. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill crane flying. Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill crane, foggy morning, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill Crane, from Birds of America, engraved by Robert Havell (1793-1878
BBC195900 Sandhill Crane, from Birds of America, engraved by Robert Havell (1793-1878) 1835 (coloured engraving) by Audubon, John James (1785-1851) (after); Private Collection; American

Yellowstone National Park, sandhill crane flaps its wings after preening

Cosumnes River Preserve, California, USA. Sandhill Crane doing courtship dance in a harvested corn field

Sunrise, Sandhill cranes, Grus canadensis, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill cranes at dawn, Grus canadensis, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

Sandhill crane flying, Grus canadensis, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

Morning preening at sunrise, sandhill cranes, Grus canadensis, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

Sandhill cranes gathering before morning liftoff to feed, Grus canadensis, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Sandhill cranes in field, Grus canadensis, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

Snow Geese and Sandhill Cranes at the roost

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The majestic Sandhill Crane, scientifically known as Grus canadensis, is a sight to behold. Whether in pairs or mixed flocks with Snow geese, these cranes grace the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge with their presence. As they migrate during spring near Kearney, Nebraska, the Platte River becomes their temporary home. In the early morning light, two Sandhill Cranes take flight and fill the sky with their graceful wingspan. At sunset, a line of four cranes stands silhouetted in a pond at Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge in New Mexico. Another crane takes off from a pond amidst this breathtaking sanctuary. As dusk settles over the Platte river in Nebraska, Sandhill Cranes continue to fly gracefully through the fading light. Their distinctive calls resonate across the landscape as they navigate their way during migration season. These magnificent creatures captivate our hearts and remind us of nature's wonders. With each sighting of these elegant birds - whether on land or in flight - we are reminded of their resilience and beauty. Sandhill Cranes symbolize harmony between earth and sky; they embody gracefulness and strength combined into one remarkable species.