Grou-coroado

Description:

The crowned crane is the most beautiful bird in your family. It stands out among the gruídeos sporting silky plume on her head and take part in the naked eye which is white spotted with scarlet. It has a small beak and a well proportioned and bright red caruncle hanging under the neck. It lives in pairs or in flocks of hundreds of individuals. It inhabits the banks of rivers and lakes covered by tall vegetation. Walks slowly, but if chased or scared, you can achieve great speed. Before take off, run the floor with outstretched wings.

Habitat:

Curitiba's Zoo