Demoiselle Crane song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Demoiselle Crane, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

The 'song' or unison call is a loud, trumpeting, rattling call, often described as 'krrooo-krrooo' or 'gar-oo-gar-oo'. It is a complex series of resonant notes, typically given by both sexes in a duet, especially during courtship or territorial displays.

Calls

Various calls include a sharp 'krr' alarm call, softer contact calls within flocks, and a distinctive 'purring' sound during pre-flight rituals. The trumpeting call is the most characteristic and can be heard over long distances.

When they vocalize

Most vocal during the breeding season for territorial defense and pair bonding. Also vocal during migration, especially when flying in flocks, and at roosting sites.

Explore the Demoiselle Crane