Gruiformes Collection (page 4)

Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea), Atacama Desert, Antofagasta Region, Chile, South America

Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea) carrying nesting material, Atacama Desert, Antofagasta Region, Chile, South America

Nesting Giant Coot (Fulica gigantea), Lauca National Park, Arica and Parinacote Region, Chile, South America

Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) in flight, New Mexico, USA

Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis) in flight, Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

Snow Geese (Anser caerulescens atlanticus, Chen caerulescens) and Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) wintering in the Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) in flight at sunset, Bosque del Apache Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, USA

Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus), searching for food on the waters edge, in the evening light

Cranes -Grus grus- on a meadow, Ruegen Island, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany, Europe

White-backed Vulture -Gyps africanus- and Black Crowned Cranes -Balearica pavonina- on a dead tree, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa, Africa, PublicGround

Black korhaan -Eupodotis afra-, Etosha National Park, Namibia, Africa

Coot -Fulica atra-, feeding young, Lake Zug, Zug, Switzerland, Europe

Kori Bustard -Ardeotis kori-, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Flying Cranes -Grus grus- in the morning, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

Kori Bustard -Ardeotis kori-, Etosha National Park, Namibia

A pair of Red-crowned Cranes, Japanese Cranes or Manchurian Cranes -Grus Japonensis-, during courtship, Kushiro-Shitsugen-Nationalpark, Kushiro, Hokkaido, Japan

Red-crowned Cranes, Japanese Cranes or Manchurian Cranes -Grus Japonensis-, in flight, Kushiro-Shitsugen-Nationalpark, Kushiro, Hokkaido, Japan

Great Bustard -Otis tarda-, Extremadura, Spain

Common Crane or Eurasian Crane -Grus grus-, foraging for food in wetlands, Lower Saxony, Germany

Black Crowned Cranes -Balearica pavonina- in the Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania

Kori Bustard -Ardeotis kori- in the Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania

Gray common crane -Grus grus-, adult, Lower Saxony, Germany

Black-headed Heron -Ardea melanocephala-, adult, foraging, Addo Elephant National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Blue Crane -Anthropoides paradisea-, adult, national bird of South Africa, Western Cape, South Africa

Crane on harvested cornfield, gray crane -Grus grus-, bird migration, fall migration, Rugen-Bock region, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany

Great Bustard -Otis tarda- on a field with wild flowers, Hungary

Common Cranes -Grus grus-, Brandenburg, Germany

Common Crane -Grus grus-, Brandenburg, Germany

Common Cranes -Grus grus- in flight, Lower Saxony, Germany

Great Bustard -Otis tarda- courting cock, Devavanya-protected, Hungary, Europe

Red-crowned Crane -Grus japonensis-, portrait

White-naped Crane -Grus vipio-, animal portrait, captive

Common Crane -Grus grus-, Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden

Grey Crowned Cranes -Balearica regulorum-, Ngorongoro, Tanzania

Grey Crowned Crane -Balearica regulorum-, Ngorongoro, Tanzania

Adult Sandhill crane with day old chick, Grus canadensis, Florida
Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis) with chick on grass, Florida

Sandhill crane chick just born with parent at nest on lotus pond, Grus canadensis
Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis) with chick on nest, Florida

Adult Sandhill crane on nest, Grus canadensis, Florida

Purple Gallinule nest with eggs

Overhead side view of a Sunbittern, with a slender bill for picking up prey, and long, wading legs. The plumage is intricately barred, striped and mottled in black, brown, olive, and grey

Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) and Chick on gravel path in garden

Two Kori Bustards, Ardeotis kori, white shaggy necks and brown crests, standing in long grass, rear view

A Black Crake (Amaurornis Flavirostris), side view

Moorhen standing on grass with lake in background

Australian swamphen (Porphyrio melanotus), Engraving by John Gould
Zoology - Birds - Gruiformes - Australian swamphen (Porphyrio melanotus). Engraving by John Gould

Close-up of an Eurasian coots claw (Fulica Atra)
Zoology: Birds - Gruiformes: Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra), Claw. Art work

Eurasian Coot Fulica atra warming eggs in the nest, illustration
Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) warming eggs in the nest, illustration

Eurasian Coot Fulica atra swimming, illustration
Eurasian Coot (Fulica atra) swimming, illustration

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Gruiformes, a diverse order of birds, encompasses various species that captivate with their unique behaviors and striking appearances. One such example is the South Island Takahe, scientifically known as Porphyrio hochestetteri. This flightless bird, native to New Zealand, boasts vibrant blue plumage and an intriguing red beak. In contrast to the Takahe's grounded nature, Three Red-crowned cranes take to the skies in Hokkaido, Japan. March witnesses these majestic creatures soaring gracefully through the air. With their elegant wingspan and distinctive red crowns atop white feathers, they create a mesmerizing spectacle. Another member of this avian order is the Japanese crane or Grus japonensis. During February in Hokkaido, these cranes display their affection by forming heart-shaped wings—an enchanting sight for onlookers lucky enough to witness it firsthand. Meanwhile, Great Bustard males engage in captivating displays on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire during April. These impressive birds flaunt their sizeable bodies adorned with intricate patterns while vying for attention from potential mates. Japanese cranes continue to amaze as they perform elaborate dances amidst snowy landscapes in Hokkaido during February. Their synchronized movements against a wintry backdrop evoke both grace and resilience. Venturing into Masai Mara in Kenya reveals yet another Gruiforme marvel—the Black crowned-crane (Balearica pavonina). This regal creature can be found foraging confidently within wetland areas—a testament to its adaptability and resourcefulness. The order also includes other notable members like Crex crex (corncrake) and Gallirallus philippensis (buff-banded rail), each contributing its own charm to this diverse group of birds.