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Grey crowned crane

Balearica regulorum

Grey crowned crane (Balearica regulorum)

Photo : Charles J. Sharp, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

KrugerLegendary
Masai MaraUncommon
AmboseliUncommon
TsavoRare
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Its crown of golden feathers makes it one of Africa's most elegant birds.

Tracker tip

🎯 Look for it in wet grasslands, often in pairs.

Where to see it

Kruger : legendary · Masai Mara : uncommon · Amboseli : uncommon · Tsavo : rare

FAQ

Where can I see a grey crowned crane on safari?

The grey crowned crane lives in all four parks covered by Jambo Tembo. It's easiest to spot in Masai Mara and Amboseli (uncommon).

How do I recognise a grey crowned crane?

Its crown of golden feathers makes it one of Africa's most elegant birds. With Jambo Tembo, one photo is enough: the AI recognises it (Balearica regulorum) offline.

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