Cranes are large omnivorous birds known for their vocalizations and for performing elaborate mating dances. There are 15 species of cranes in the family Gruidae. With long legs and a large torso, ...

Michigan's largest birds are preparing to head south for the winter, but before they go, they're gathering in fields and marshes across the state. In celebration of the annual gathering and migration, ...

Two sandhill cranes walked together through a marshy area Thursday, Aug. 13, near Common Goods thrift store in Baxter. The species of crane is one of the largest birds found in Minnesota, standing ...

Benefit auction on Feb. 20 is the beginning of weekend events at this year's Marsh Madness in Linton, highlighting migrating ...

Once upon a time, there was a very large bird. This bird had wings that measured more than 7 feet from tip to tip. When it stood on the ground, it was as tall as a small human, reaching almost 5 feet ...

It's Michigan's largest, oldest bird species, unchanged in more than 2.5 million years; a tall, graceful bird beloved by birdwatchers for its unique trumpeting song. It's also a major nuisance to ...

TRAVERSE CITY — The 2023 Christmas Bird Count is in the books, and both Traverse City and Lake Leelanau broke records for the number of species observed. “[It was] an incredible day by awesome birders ...