Dedicated diners: these cranes typically spend more than 50% of their time looking for food!
ORIGIN:
Northwest Africa
HABITAT:
Grasslands and wetlands
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
8 lbs
Height: 3 ft
DIET:
Seeds, grasses and insects
PREDATORS:
Birds of prey
NATURAL DEFENSES:
REPRODUCTION:
Lay 2-5 eggs at one time
THREATS:
Habitat loss and collection for the pet trade
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
More than 30 yrs in human care
Last Admission: 3:30 PM
