Sandhill crane spreads its broad wings as it takes flight in early morning light, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, Socorro, New Mexico

Sandhill crane spreads its broad wings as it takes flight in early morning light. This crane is one of over 5000 present in Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, stopping here during its winter migration. Socorro, New Mexico, USA

Species: Sandhill crane, Grus canadensis
Location: Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, Socorro, New Mexico
Image ID: 21853
Format: Digital 3:2

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Categories:

Animal > Bird > Crane (Gruidae) > Sandhill crane
Location > Protected Threatened and Significant Places > National Wildlife Refuges > Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge
Location > USA > New Mexico > Socorro > Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge

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