White-Naped Crane

White-Naped Crane. . , The number of white-naped cranes is rapidly declining due to habitat loss and military activities., Found in the wetlands, their habitat is declining due to agriculture, mainly farming rice and cattle., Severe drought conditions in their region have increased demands for water, leading to the draining of wetlands and diversion of water for human consumption., White-naped Cranes feed on insects, small vertebrates, seeds, and wetland plants., Cranes dance! This behavior includes bowing, jumping, wing flapping, running, and pointing their beaks to the sky. Dancing is often associated with courtship and strengthening pair bonds. It also helps young cranes develop their motor skills or prevent aggression., The white-naped crane is found in Russia, China and Korea., The current wild population is estimated at 6,500 birds.