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Named after the white wattles dangling from its throat, this bird is the rarest and largest of the African crane species. They rely heavily on water, and are therefore an important indicator species in assessing changes to wetland hydrology.
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The wattled crane (Grus carunculata) is a large, threatened species of crane found in wetlands and grasslands of eastern and southern Africa, ranging from Ethiopia to South Africa. Some authorities consider it the sole member of the genus Bugeranus .
Wattled Cranes are among the tallest flying birds, with adults standing up to 5.9 feet (1.8 meters) tall. The long, fleshy wattles that dangle from the bird’s throat, from which it gets its name, are unique among cranes.
A large, grayish crane with a gleaming white neck, conspicuous wattles, and red facial skin. The immature is duller and lacks wattles, but it retains the distinctive pale neck of the adult.
4 Μαρ 2020 · Wattled Crane Bugeranus carunculatus Scientific name definitions. VU Vulnerable; Names (27) Monotypic
12 Ιουλ 2023 · The Wattled Crane, Bugeranus carunculatus, is a large bird found in Africa south of the Sahara Desert. Description: It is 172 cm (six feet) tall and weighs 7.8 kg (fourteen pounds).
What is a wattled crane? The wattled crane is a large bird with a long white neck, gray body, black undersides, and a bare red face with a black “cap.” Their name comes from the white wattles that dangle from its throat.
