Description
Experience the beauty and elegance of a Demoiselle Crane (Grus virgo) in flight in this fine-art wildlife photograph captured in Gujarat, India.
The Demoiselle Crane is one of India’s spectacular winter migrant birds. Known for its graceful flight, slender body, dark head and neck, and distinctive white feathers around the eyes, this elegant crane arrives in western India during the winter months. Gujarat is one of the key states in India for the species.
This photograph captures the Demoiselle Crane airborne, highlighting its long wings, extended neck and legs, and the effortless movement that makes crane photography so captivating.
About the Demoiselle Crane
The Demoiselle Crane (Grus virgo) is a long-distance migratory bird that breeds across parts of Central Asia and migrates to the Indian subcontinent during winter. Some populations undertake remarkable migrations across or around the Himalayas before reaching their wintering grounds in northwestern India.
During winter, Demoiselle Cranes can be found in open landscapes including grasslands, agricultural areas, shallow wetlands and areas close to water. Their ability to use both open natural habitats and agricultural landscapes makes them a fascinating species for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers.
Demoiselle Crane in Gujarat
Gujarat is particularly important for the wintering Demoiselle Crane. The species is identified as a key bird for Gujarat by the State of India’s Birds assessment. Large numbers of Demoiselle Cranes visit western India during the winter migration season, making Gujarat an important destination for observing these magnificent migratory birds.
The Demoiselle Crane’s migration is an extraordinary natural phenomenon. Some populations travel thousands of kilometres between their breeding and wintering grounds, with satellite-tracking studies documenting long-distance journeys between Central Asia and India.
Product Details
Common Name: Demoiselle Crane
Scientific Name: Grus virgo
Family: Gruidae
Bird Type: Crane / Migratory Bird
Status in Gujarat: Winter Migrant
Location: Gujarat, India
Habitat: Open grasslands, wetlands, agricultural fields, shallow water bodies and semi-arid landscapes
Photography: Wildlife & Bird Photography
Image Type: Fine Art Wildlife Photograph
Demoiselle Crane in Flight
A flying Demoiselle Crane is an especially striking wildlife photography subject. With its wings fully extended, long neck stretched forward and legs trailing behind, the bird displays a distinctive and elegant silhouette against the sky.
This photograph is ideal for anyone interested in bird photography, migratory birds, crane photography, Indian wildlife and nature conservation.
Photography Licensing
This Demoiselle Crane photograph is available for licensing for different applications.
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