Sandhill Cranes have an elegance that draws attention, but remember, with all wildlife, make sure to keep a safe distance, don't approach or engage! These tall, gray-bodied, crimson-capped birds breed in open wetlands, fields, and prairies across North America. Sandhill cranes may have been present in Massachusetts prior to the 1600's, but for hundreds of years these birds were only occasionally observed in New England. The first documented breeding of Sandhill Cranes in Massachusetts were docum

The Sandhill Crane is one of 389 North American species at risk of extinction due to our warming planet. Watch this adorable Sandhill Crane video and learn more about how Audubon is protecting this species for future generations. | National Audubon Society