Gruidae Collection

Japanese crane (Grus japonensis) displaying, wings in heart shape, Hokkiado, Japan, February

Japanese cranes (Grus japonensis) displaying in snow, Hokkiado, Japan, February

Black crowned-crane (Balearica pavonina) foraging in wetland area, Masai Mara, Kenya

Three Red-crowned cranes (Grus japonensis) in flight. Hokkaido, Japan. March

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

Red-crowned Crane, Japanese Crane or Manchurian Crane -Grus Japonensis-, performing the mating dance, Kushiro-Shitsugen-Nationalpark, Kushiro, Hokkaido, Japan

A photo composite of Sandhill cranes in flight and a lenticular cloud formation over Mt. Shasta at sunset

Bird City
Ido Meirovich

grey
Anna Cseresnjes

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

White-naped crane (Grus vipio) flying, Inner Mongolia, China

Mr. Crowned Crane A.K.A. Twinkle Toes
WildPhotoArt

Japanese / Red-crowned crane (Grus japonicus) three in flight, Hokkaido Japan February

Manchurian crane (Grus japonensis) pair in courtship dance during snowstorm. Hokkaido, Japan. March

Common crane (Grus grus) flock in flight, Lac du Der, France, November

Sarus crane (Grus antigone), male displaying, Keoladeo NP, Bharatpur, India

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

Hooded crane (Grus monacha) flapping wings, captive

Japanese / Red-crowned crane (Grus japonicus) one coming into land, Hokkaido Japan February

Low angle view of Demoiselle crane (Anthropoides virgo) flying and feeding during winter migration. Khichan, Western Rajasthan, India. December

Demoiselle crane (Anthropoides virgo) low angle view of birds flying and landing near the chugga ghar (bird feeding enclosure ) in Khichan Village, durin their annual migration

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

Recently released young Common / Eurasian crane (Grus grus) landing within a fox-proof initial release enclosure, Somerset Levels, England, UK, September 2012

Common / Eurasian cranes (Grus grus) three 18 month juveniles, Bart, Christine and Gilbert, released by the Great Crane Project onto the Somerset Levels and Moors

Red-crowned Crane (Grus japonensis) preening in snow, Hokkaido, Japan, February

Common / Eurasian cranes (Grus grus) taking flight for roasting site, at sunset, silhouetted. Lake Hornborga, Sweden, April

Demoiselle crane (Anthropoides virgo) portrait, captive

Wonderland at Dawn
Raymond Ren Rong Liu

The Crown
Yogesh Bhatia

Common crane (Grus grus) flying at sunrise, Laguna de Gallocanta, Aragon, Spain

A Couple's Duet
Raymond Ren Rong Liu

Grus japonensis, two Japanese Red Crowned Cranes, one bending its neck backwards and the other flapping its wings
Animals, Birds, Gruiformes, Cranes, Gruidae, Japanese Crane, Grus japonensis, Aves, Backwards, Beaks, Bending, Crowned, Feathers, Flapping, Neck, Orders of Living Birds, Red, Tails, Talons, Wings

Page 88. The Common Crane, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670033 Page 88. The Common Crane, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Page 180. The Balearic, or Royal Crown Crane, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670076 Page 180. The Balearic, or Royal Crown Crane, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

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

Common cranes (Grus grus) flock on migration at sunset, Montier en Der, Aube, France, November

Antique Print of a Crane, 1859 (engraving)
3035714 Antique Print of a Crane, 1859 (engraving) by Scottish School, (19th century); (add.info.: Antique print of a crane from the illustrated book The Natural History of Animals; hand-colored)

Manchurian Crane (Grus viridirostris), c. 1851-76 (w / c & pencil on paper)
780834 Manchurian Crane (Grus viridirostris), c.1851-76 (w/c & pencil on paper) by Wolf, Joseph (1820-99); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; German, out of copyright

No where to hide
Jure Kravanja

Chinese Shades Sunset
FrankBa

Who will be the first?
Amnon Eichelberg

Looking for a place
Ronen Rosenblatt

the breath of the sea
Piet Flour

Consumed by Structure
Vlad Khodski

Old and new energy
Johan Rasing

" The addition of colour in modern architecture"
Dave Quince

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"Graceful and Majestic: The Enchanting World of Gruidae" Witness the breathtaking beauty of the Red-crowned cranes as they soar through the skies above Hokkaido, Japan in March. Three magnificent creatures united in flight, painting a picture of elegance. In February, the Japanese crane captivates our hearts with its wings forming a perfect heart shape. A symbol of love and devotion displayed amidst the snowy landscape of Hokkaido. Speaking of snow, imagine witnessing Japanese cranes gracefully displaying their courtship rituals in this wintry wonderland. Their dance is a mesmerizing spectacle that showcases their bond and resilience against nature's elements. Venturing to Masai Mara, Kenya takes us to witness the Black crowned-crane foraging in wetlands. Its vibrant plumage stands out against lush greenery, reminding us of nature's diversity and harmony. Closer to home at Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, we encounter a pair of sandhill cranes. These majestic birds remind us that even in vast landscapes like these refuge grounds, love finds its way into every corner. Back to Japan again where we find ourselves immersed in Kushiro-Shitsugen-Nationalpark. Here unfolds an enchanting performance by the Red-crowned Crane during its mating dance - a sight that leaves us spellbound. Nature never ceases to amaze as Sandhill cranes take flight alongside lenticular cloud formations over Mt. , creating an ethereal scene captured beautifully through photography composites. Traveling across borders brings us to Brandenburg, Germany where Common Cranes grace our skies with their presence during migration season. Witnessing them fly together evokes feelings of unity and shared journeys. Returning once more to Hokkaido's snowy landscapes reveals another captivating moment - a pair of Red-crowned Cranes dancing harmoniously amidst pure white surroundings. Their synchronized movements speak volumes about their deep connection.