Is Sandhill Crane Endangered?

The Sandhill Crane is one of the world's few crane species that is not currently threatened. Although most of the subspecies' populations are increasing, the Mississippi and Cuban birds are listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act.

Is the sandhill crane protected?

The Sandhill Crane, as a migratory bird, is protected internationally through the Migratory Birds Convention which was signed between Canada and the United States in 1916.

Why are sand cranes endangered?

Cranes build a ground nest out of plant materials. They often have two eggs. ... Threats to sandhill cranes include habitat loss, wetland loss, and development. Two subspecies of sandhill crane are federally listed as endangered on the endangered species list: the Mississippi sandhill crane and the Cuban sandhill crane.