SandHill Cranes

DsrtVWDsrtVW Registered Users Posts: 1,991 Major grins
edited November 1, 2011 in Wildlife
Still early in the season and they are a bit skittish. Later in the season they are easier to approach. But does not keep me from trying.


Difference between Greater and Lesser Sandhill Cranes Big Guys and Little Guys
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Greaters Bustin a move
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Pre Dawn Serenade
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Sunrise Sandhills and Aleutian/Cackling Canada Geese
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  • David_S85David_S85 Administrators Posts: 13,245 moderator
    edited October 28, 2011
    Awesome set of images, Chris. I didn't know about Lesser and Greater SHC's until you posted these.
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  • DsrtVWDsrtVW Registered Users Posts: 1,991 Major grins
    edited October 28, 2011
    David_S85 wrote: »
    Awesome set of images, Chris. I didn't know about Lesser and Greater SHC's until you posted these.
    Thanks David
    We have the pleasure of getting to see both species here on the wintering grounds of Northern CA
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  • HarrybHarryb Registered Users, Retired Mod Posts: 22,708 Major grins
    edited October 28, 2011
    Good set Chris especially the last three
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  • PGMPGM Registered Users Posts: 2,007 Major grins
    edited October 30, 2011
    I love them all, but #4 especially, Chris! Best, Pam
  • kdogkdog Administrators Posts: 11,681 moderator
    edited October 31, 2011
    Very nice, Chris! Sandhill Cranes in CA? I might just have to go check 'em out. nod.gif
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  • DsrtVWDsrtVW Registered Users Posts: 1,991 Major grins
    edited October 31, 2011
    kdog wrote: »
    Very nice, Chris! Sandhill Cranes in CA? I might just have to go check 'em out. nod.gif
    Let me know if you need location info. They are just over the hill from you. Merced NWR, Consumnes River Preserve, and up by Chico. Let me know if you want a tour guide:D
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  • kdogkdog Administrators Posts: 11,681 moderator
    edited October 31, 2011
    You're not kidding. Merced NWR is practically in my backyard. I used to windsurf at San Luis Reservoir right near there. I will definitely be checking it out. I'd love to hook up some time with you. thumb.gif
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  • pathfinderpathfinder Super Moderators Posts: 14,708 moderator
    edited October 31, 2011
    I love the sound of sandhills waking up in the morning!
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  • LightMagicLightMagic Registered Users Posts: 261 Major grins
    edited November 1, 2011
    #5 rocks clap.gif
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