Cranes and herons, both large birds often found near water, can be distinguished by their physical traits, diet, and behavior. Cranes have bare, red heads and fly with necks outstretched, while herons ...

Ever wondered if that bird you just saw is a crane or a heron? Here's a look back at a 2014 story submitted to The Gadsden Times that can help you tell the difference: “That blasted crane is fishing ...

Bord na Móna's announcement on August 2nd that common cranes (Grus grus) had bred on their land in May is exciting in itself. These large and dramatically charismatic birds have not produced chicks in ...