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    Whooping Crane - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

    How often do whooping cranes reproduce?
    Whooping cranes reproduce once a year from late April to May. Males and females participate in building a flat, ground nest usually on a mound of vegetation surrounded by water. In periods of drought, nesting sites can become no longer suitable for use. Typically two eggs are laid and the incubation period is 30 to 35 days.
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    Whooping Crane - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, …

    Whooping cranes look similar to a taller version of the sandhill crane. They stand nearly 5 ft. tall, and can weigh up to 16 lbs. on average. Like sandhills, they have a red patch of feathers on their foreheads, though it is slightly smaller than the sandhill crane’s. The primary distinguishing characteristic between the two species is their plumag...

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    These endangered birds are currently battling for survival. There are a number of different initiatives and conservation plans in place to save these birds. Learn what makes them unique below. 1. Wetland Living – One characteristic that helps these birds survive in a wetland environment is a reduced rear toe. This keeps their feet from getting tang...

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    These birds are not only restricted to a very small range, but they are also restricted to little suitable habitat as well. They nest and forage in marshes, wetlands, and near lakes. They rely heavily on these marshy habitats to provide foraging opportunities and nesting material. Because they cannot perch in trees, this species nests on the ground...

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    Whooping cranes are restricted to two small populations. One population spends winters along the Gulf of Texas, particularly on the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge on the San Antonio Bay. During their migration, the Salt Plains National Wildlife Refugein Oklahoma is an important stopover. Stopovers allow the exhausted birds to feed and rest before...

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    These birds are omnivores, which means they feed on both plant and animal matter. Feeding behavior varies based on time of year, as birds that are nesting or preparing for migration require different nutritional needs. Over winter in Texas they feed on blue crabs, clams, small fish, eels, reptiles, and aquatic plants. During the summer they feed on...

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