Red_Capped_Cranes_WEB_1630 - a photo on Flickriver

The Red-crowned Crane is also called the Japanese Crane. It is among the rarest cranes in the world. In some parts of its range, it is known as a symbol of luck, longevity and fidelity.

Winter is a prime photography time due to the dance that occurs as couples prepare for mating season.

Many pictures but none do it justice - - really should have done more video.

Here is a couple doing their call just after landing. They let out quite the screech - - reminds me of the volume that Sandhill Cranes can produce.

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Taken in: 日本 / 北海道 (show map)

Taken on: February 15, 2014

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