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Red-crowned crane
Grus japonensis
Wetlands
Wetland protection in Hokkaido supports breeding populations.
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Red-crowned crane
Grus japonensis
Sacred crane of East Asia, breeding in Hokkaido wetlands. Symbol of longevity in Japanese culture.
Conservation Status
Wetland protection in Hokkaido supports breeding populations.
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- Wetlands
- Marshes
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