In Chinese folk myths and legends, red-crowned cranes are considered to be birds from heaven. They are a symbol of longevity, elegance and happiness. Many Chinese gods are portrayed riding the cranes and flying through the sky. What makes the red-crowned crane so special #AmazingChina For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2019-10-10/Yancheng-Wetland-Why-does-the-red-crowned-crane-represent-longevity--KEN6p550di/index.html | CGTN

【Japan Video Topics –Archives–】 Japan’s Red-crowned Crane - The Kushiro Wetlands The Kushiro wetlands in Hokkaido is one of the world’s great wildlife-watching spots, and one of its most famous attractions is the red-crowned crane. These rare and beautiful birds, classed worldwide as an endangered species, live here all year round but need human assistance to survive Kushiro’s harsh winters. Just fifty years ago, they were rescued from the brink of extinction by the efforts of one local man. Tod

You're a dancing angel! A red-crowned crane shows off its lithe and dainty movements at the Zhalong National Nature Reserve in Qiqihar, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. | People's Daily, China

Dance off! Our Red-crowned Crane male Tumuji showed his dance moves recently at the Crane Discovery Center in Baraboo, Wisconsin. Cranes dance to reinforce their pair bonds, express excitement, and maybe just to have a little fun. 📹 Adele Karolik | International Crane Foundation