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Gruiformes Collection

Gruiformes, a diverse order of birds, encompasses various species that captivate with their unique behaviors and striking appearances

Background imageGruiformes Collection: South Island Takahe, Porphyrio hochestetteri

South Island Takahe, Porphyrio hochestetteri. Artwork by JG Keulemans from Sir Walter Lawry Bullers A History of the Birds of New Zealand, Vol.2 Plate 33 Date: 1888

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Japanese crane (Grus japonensis) displaying, wings in heart shape, Hokkiado, Japan, February

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Great Bustard (Otis tarda) males displaying, Salisbury Plain, Wiltshire, UK, April

Great Bustard (Otis tarda) males displaying, Salisbury Plain, Wiltshire, UK, April

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Japanese cranes (Grus japonensis) displaying in snow, Hokkiado, Japan, February

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Purple swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio), Australia

Purple swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio), Australia

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

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Picture No. 12010519

Picture No. 12010519
Moorhen, Teichralle - adult on water - Germany Date:

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Crex crex, corncrake

Crex crex, corncrake
Plate 87 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 4 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

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

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Red-crowned Crane, Japanese Crane or Manchurian Crane -Grus Japonensis-, performing the mating dance

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Gallirallus philippensis, buff-banded rail

Gallirallus philippensis, buff-banded rail
Drawing No. 45, watercolour by George Raper (1792) from The Raper Collection

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Scene in New Zealand, with some of its remarkable birds

Scene in New Zealand, with some of its remarkable birds
Plate 13 from Alfred Russel Wallaces The Geographical Distribution of Animals, (1876)

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Fulica americana, American coot

Fulica americana, American coot
Plate 239 from John James Audubons Birds of America, original double elephant folio (1834-35), hand-coloured aquatint. Engraved, printed and coloured by R. Havell (& Son), London

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Abstract interpretation of Sandhill Cranes (Grus canadensis) at roost during spring

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Australias crane: the Brolga

Australias crane: the Brolga
A brolga showing how it lives in its environment. There are a number of traditional Aboriginal legends and dances are associated with the bird

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Australians Iconic Brolga Crane

Australians Iconic Brolga Crane
A brolga showing how it lives in its environment. There are a number of traditional Aboriginal legends and dances are associated with the bird

Background imageGruiformes Collection: White-naped crane (Grus vipio) flying, Inner Mongolia, China

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Kori bustard (Ardeotis kori) male, performing mating display, silhouetted at dusk

Kori bustard (Ardeotis kori) male, performing mating display, silhouetted at dusk, El Karama Wilderness Conservancy, northern Kenya

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

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Eurasian coot (Fulica atra) males fighting over territory. London, England, UK. December

Eurasian coot (Fulica atra) males fighting over territory. London, England, UK. December.;

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

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Common crane (Grus grus) flock in flight, Lac du Der, France, November

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Corncrake (Crex crex) walking at dawn on Machair, North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Corncrake (Crex crex) walking at dawn on Machair, North Uist, Scotland, UK, June

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Sarus crane (Grus antigone), male displaying, Keoladeo NP, Bharatpur, India

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Sandhill cranes (Grus canadensis) (Florida race), adult with two small chicks crossing highway

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Corncrake (Crex Crex) calling, with breath vapor in early morning, Kiskunsagi National Park

Corncrake (Crex Crex) calling, with breath vapor in early morning, Kiskunsagi National Park, Hungary

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Kori bustard (Ardeotis kori) male courtship display, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Kori bustard (Ardeotis kori) male courtship display, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Black korhaan (Eupodotis afra) male displaying and calling. Etosha National Park, Namibia, March

Black korhaan (Eupodotis afra) male displaying and calling. Etosha National Park, Namibia, March

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Hooded crane (Grus monacha) flapping wings, captive

Hooded crane (Grus monacha) flapping wings, captive

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

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Low angle view of Demoiselle crane (Anthropoides virgo) flying and feeding during winter migration

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Demoiselle crane (Anthropoides virgo) low angle view of birds flying and landing

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Florida sandhill cranes (Grus canadensis pratensis) foraging in shallow water at lake edge

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Sandhill crane ( Grus canadensis) with two newly hatched chicks on a nest in a flooded pasture

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Purple gallinule (Porphyrula martinica) in mangrove swamp. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA

Purple gallinule (Porphyrula martinica) in mangrove swamp. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA. March

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Red-crowned Crane (Grus japonensis) preening in snow, Hokkaido, Japan, February

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Kagu (Rhynochetos jubatus) profile, New Caledonia, endangered and endemic

Kagu (Rhynochetos jubatus) profile, New Caledonia, endangered and endemic

Background imageGruiformes Collection: American Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) displaying brightly coloured wings

American Purple Gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) displaying brightly coloured wings. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA, March

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Common / Eurasian cranes (Grus grus) taking flight for roasting site, at sunset, silhouetted

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Red-legged Seriema (Cariama cristata) portrait, captive, Apenheul Park, Netherlands

Red-legged Seriema (Cariama cristata) portrait, captive, Apenheul Park, Netherlands

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) on water in falling snow, near Bourne, Lincolnshire, England, UK

Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus) on water in falling snow, near Bourne, Lincolnshire, England, UK. March

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Water rail (Rallus aquaticus) wading through water, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK

Water rail (Rallus aquaticus) wading through water, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Water rail (Rallus aquaticus) foraging near edge of stream, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK

Water rail (Rallus aquaticus) foraging near edge of stream, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK

Background imageGruiformes Collection: American purple gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) holding water lily seed pod in beak while swimming

American purple gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) holding water lily seed pod in beak while swimming through lily pads. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Limpkin (Aramus guarauna) female feeding and teaching her chick

Limpkin (Aramus guarauna) female feeding and teaching her chick. Myakka River State Park, Florida, USA

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Common crane (Grus grus) flying at sunrise, Laguna de Gallocanta, Aragon, Spain

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

Background imageGruiformes Collection: American purple gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) leaping between water lily pads

American purple gallinule (Porphyrio martinica) leaping between water lily pads. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA

Background imageGruiformes Collection: Limpkin (Aramus guarauna) female feeding and teaching her chick

Limpkin (Aramus guarauna) female feeding and teaching her chick. Myakka River State Park, Florida, USA



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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.