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Anthropoides virgo

Anthropoides virgo

The Brolga is a tall, graceful bird known for its beautiful dances. With long legs and a striking red crown, these birds are often seen in wetlands and grasslands, making them a lovely sight to see!

Habitat: Wetlands

Appearance

The Anthropoides virgo is a medium-sized crane with a slate-grey body and a distinct white plume flowing from behind its eyes. It has a black neck and face, contrasting with a patch of grey on its crown. Its long, slender legs and small red eyes complete its elegant appearance.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderGruiformesFamilyGruidaeGenusAnthropoides
Anthropoides virgo
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Anthropoides virgo

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Demoiselle Cranes are named for their graceful, 'maiden-like' appearance.

These cranes fly over the world's highest mountains, the Himalayas!

They gather in massive flocks, sometimes thousands strong, for migration.

They often use pebbles to build their nests, sometimes on bare ground.

Special abilities

Ability

High-Altitude Flyer

Anthropoides virgo can fly over incredibly high mountain ranges because of its strong wings and ability to adapt to thin air.

Ability

Graceful Dancer

Anthropoides virgo performs complex 'dancing' rituals that help them find a mate and strengthen social bonds.

Ability

Loud Communicator

Anthropoides virgo has a long windpipe that allows them to make loud, trumpeting calls that carry far across open landscapes.

Measurements & details

Length
90-100 cm
Wingspan
165-185 cm
Weight
2-3 kg
Lifespan
15-20 years
Top Speed
60 km/h
Clutch Size
1-3
Incubation
27-31 days
Migration Distance
7000 km

Diet & Feeding

These omnivores eat grains, seeds, insects, and small creatures found in open lands.

Primary Foods

  • Grains
  • Seeds
  • Grasses
  • Insects
  • Worms
  • Small reptiles

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

Australian Crane

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch birds from a distance and do not try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Anthropoides virgo?

90-100 cm

What is Anthropoides virgo's wingspan?

165-185 cm

How much does Anthropoides virgo weigh?

2-3 kg

How long does Anthropoides virgo live?

15-20 years

How fast can Anthropoides virgo move?

60 km/h

What does Anthropoides virgo eat?

These omnivores eat grains, seeds, insects, and small creatures found in open lands.

Where is Anthropoides virgo usually found?

Wetlands

How does Anthropoides virgo hunt?

Foraging

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