The Grey Crowned Crane also belongs to the Gruidae family. It occurs in south of the Sahara, and nests in mild to low wetter habitats. It is also found in marshes, grassy flatlands, lakes in Uganda and Kenya, cultivated lands and south to South Africa. Apparently, this species in Cranes do not migrate from one place to another. It has a breeding display that involves dancing, jumping and bowing. It has a distinctive booming call and honking sound. Dancing is an integral part of the courtship between two sexes, but also may be done at any time of the year.
Grey Crowned Crane
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