Sandhill Crane (Grus canadensis)

Sandhill Crane, Grus canadensis

Palm Beach Gardens, FL
2015-10-16

Sandhill Crane is a large aquatic bird of the crane family (Gruidae). The crane has a scarlet patch on its head and a pale chin. Its beak and legs are dark.

Sandhill Crane, Grus canadensis

Palm Beach Gardens, FL
2015-10-16

The back of the crane is brownish gray.

Sandhill Crane, Grus canadensis

Palm Beach Gardens, FL
2015-10-16

The photo shows the eye of the crane covered with semi-transparent nictitating membrane.