It’s migration season for the elegant sandhill crane! Standing up to 4 feet tall with a wingspan over 6 feet, these birds are known for their distinctive bugling calls and flock formations. Each fall, sandhill cranes travel thousands of miles to their wintering grounds, gathering in spectacular groups along the way. Their annual journey highlights the importance of protected habitats where they can rest and refuel. Have you ever heard their call echo across a wetland? Swipe to get a closer look at them! #WildlifeWednesday #SandhillCrane #FallMigration #Fall #Migration 📸: NationalParkService Images: Sandhill cranes fly in front of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Milwaukee Peak is part of GreatSandDunesNPS.