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Eastern Grey Crowned Crane

45 destinations · 23 states

Native Range
Central and eastern Africa

The eastern grey crowned crane is hard to miss, especially when its golden crest catches the light as it moves across the enclosure. Watch for its deliberate steps through grass and shallow water, followed by sudden bursts of dancing, wing flapping, and head bobbing. These displays are part of the crane's courtship and social behavior, and they can happen even when no obvious partner is nearby. Its bright red throat pouch adds another splash of color beneath the striking black, white, and gray plumage. In the wild, this crane often spends time in open grasslands and wetlands, where it can perch in trees thanks to its unusually strong grasping feet. At a zoo or wildlife park, those tree-perching habits can be a fun detail to look for. Give a pair a few minutes and their quiet foraging can quickly turn into a lively exchange of calls and movement.

Eastern Grey Crowned Crane

Where to see Eastern Grey Crowned Crane

45 destinations across 23 states

45 destinations

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