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Sedge of the Hoods
thirudevaram

Sedge of the Hoods (Grus monacha)

Every winter there is a decent flock of Common and Hooded Cranes in Shanghai. Generally they are very shy and maintain their comfort zone. This is the shortest distance i have got in 3 winters.
Habitat
Sod farm
Location
Chongming, Shanghai
Date taken
11 January 2014
Scientific name
Grus monacha
Equipment used
canon 6d, 400mm F2.8 ISII
Staff member
Opus Editor
Supporter
I know the feeling Thiru - I've got some pictures of cranes, but never been close.

A nice, interesting picture you've taken.
 

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