About the Wattled Crane
The Wattled Crane (Grus carunculatus) 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 watcra2 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 carunculatus |
| Species Codes | watcra2, WACR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Wattled Crane belong to?
The Wattled Crane (Grus carunculatus) belongs to the Cranes family (Gruidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Wattled Crane?
The Wattled 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 Wattled Crane sighting?
You can log sightings of Wattled Crane on eBird (ebird.org) using species code watcra2, or on iNaturalist.