About the Wattled Crane
The wattled crane 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.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes |
| Family | Cranes (Gruidae) |
| Species | Grus carunculatus |
| Species Codes | watcra2, WACR |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Wattled Crane belong to?
The Wattled Crane (Grus carunculatus) belongs to the Cranes family (Gruidae), in the order Gruiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Wattled Crane?
The Wattled Crane is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Wattled Crane?
The wattled crane 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....
Where can I report a Wattled Crane sighting?
You can log sightings of Wattled Crane on eBird (ebird.org) using species code watcra2, or on iNaturalist.
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