The whooping crane is a large, elegant bird known for its striking white plumage and long legs. Standing about five feet tall, it has a wingspan of up to seven feet. These cranes are primarily found in North America, particularly in wetlands and grasslands. They are known for their distinctive whooping call, which can be heard over long distances. Whooping cranes are an endangered species, with conservation efforts focused on increasing their population. They typically migrate between their breeding grounds in Canada and wintering sites in Texas. Their diet consists mainly of small fish, insects, and plants found in their wetland habitats.