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Kansas Whooping Cranes

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Posted by Rob Graham on November 8, 2009 at 11:28 PM
Kansas Whooping Cranes
Whooping Cranes are migrating through central Kansas in good numbers this weekend. Some observers have reported sightings of nearly 30 birds at Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area and Quivira NWR. I live near both wetlands :), and had the chance to see the cranes at Cheyenne Bottoms early Saturday on my way to eastern Kansas. There were seven, 6 adult and 1 juvenile, in the flock that was relatively close to the road. Here are 5 of the birds, in a pano crop.
Posted by Brad Mangas on November 9, 2009 at 12:11 AM
What a wonderful sight. Glad you got the opportunity to see such magnificent birds first hand Rob. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by Scott Bean on November 9, 2009 at 12:12 AM
Nice shot Rob!
Posted by Isaac Szabo on November 9, 2009 at 7:48 PM
Cool shot, Rob. You're lucky to get to see and photograph these rare birds close to your home.