Crested Crane: Uganda’s symbolic bird now faces threat of extinction
The Gray Crowned Crane faces extinction because of loss of suitable habitats to live and breed.
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With a crown of stiff gold-coloured feathers on its head, a bright red gular sac and body made of gray, brown, gold and white patches, the grey crowned crane stands out for its striking features.
Commonly called the crested crane, it is a bird of national significance to Uganda, occupying a prime position on the country’s national flag and coat of arms. Yet despite its serenity, beauty and popularity, the crested crane is facing the threat of extinction.
