About the Hooded Crane
The Hooded Crane (Grus monacha) is a species of bird in the Cranes family (Gruidae), within the order Gruiformes. This family contains 15 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code hoocra1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes |
| Family | Cranes (Gruidae) |
| Species | Grus monacha |
| Species Codes | hoocra1, HOCR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hooded Crane belong to?
The Hooded Crane (Grus monacha) belongs to the Cranes family (Gruidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Hooded Crane?
The Hooded Crane is a member of the Cranes family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Hooded Crane sighting?
You can log sightings of Hooded Crane on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hoocra1, or on iNaturalist.