About the Common Crane
The Common Crane (Grus grus) is a species of bird in the Cranes family (Gruidae), within the order Gruiformes. This family contains 15 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code comcra when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes |
| Family | Cranes (Gruidae) |
| Species | Grus grus |
| Species Codes | comcra, CCRA, COCR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Crane belong to?
The Common Crane (Grus grus) belongs to the Cranes family (Gruidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Common Crane?
The Common Crane is a member of the Cranes family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Common Crane sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Crane on eBird (ebird.org) using species code comcra, or on iNaturalist.