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Posties readers, Ruchi Shah
17 Mar, 2025

Known for their elaborate courtship dances, red-crowned cranes perform intricate movements to attract mates.

Red-crowned cranes, designated as a Japanese special national treasure, in their snow-covered feeding grounds in the Hokkaido village of Tsurui, northern Japan. Photo: Kyodo
Red-crowned cranes, designated as a Japanese special national treasure, in their snow-covered feeding grounds in the Hokkaido village of Tsurui, northern Japan. Photo: Kyodo
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Red-crowned cranes are beautiful birds recognised for their unique looks, especially the red patch on their heads.

These graceful cranes are native to East Asia, especially Japan. They represent longevity and good luck in various cultures and are often linked to beauty and elegance.

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What are these red-crowned cranes doing? What might they be thinking?

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