Siberian Crane
Scientific name: Leucogeranus leucogeranus
Description: Has a pure white coat (unique amongst cranes). Wingspan is about 83-91 inches. Highly territorial, but widely dispersed. Migrate to China during the winter. Omnivorous - feeding on roots, seeds, earthworms, and small fish.
Interesting facts: Often seen with mud streaks in their feathers during breeding season - they dip their beaks in mud and spread it along their body. Their mating call sounds like that of a goose - a high pitched whistle.
Endangered?: Critically endangered, as of IUCN 3.1. The western population has dwindled to a staggering 4 individuals.
Interesting facts: Often seen with mud streaks in their feathers during breeding season - they dip their beaks in mud and spread it along their body. Their mating call sounds like that of a goose - a high pitched whistle.
Endangered?: Critically endangered, as of IUCN 3.1. The western population has dwindled to a staggering 4 individuals.
European Water Vole
Scientific Name: Arvicola amphibius
Description: Average length is approximately 5.5-8.7 inches, with a tail length of 2.2-2.8 inches. Lives in forests, fields, and gardens, as well as burrows in rivers and streams.
Interesting facts: Are vegetarians, but are voracious eaters. Can leave entire fields desolate of plant life in populations are large enough. During times of food shortages, they may briefly become carnivores (scientists found voles eating frog legs)
Endangered?: No - of least concern on the IUCN Red List.
Interesting facts: Are vegetarians, but are voracious eaters. Can leave entire fields desolate of plant life in populations are large enough. During times of food shortages, they may briefly become carnivores (scientists found voles eating frog legs)
Endangered?: No - of least concern on the IUCN Red List.