The crowned crane is a strikingly beautiful bird native to eastern and southern Africa. It is known for its distinctive golden-yellow crown of stiff feathers, which contrasts with its grey body and white wings adorned with black and chestnut accents. #greycrownedcrane #crownedcrane #cranebird #birds #birdslife #beautifulbirds #viralpage #wildlife #wildbirds #viralreels #wildlifeplanet #trendingreels #hindifacts #naturelovers #facts #nature #petanimals #WildAnimalFacts #knowanytime | Know Anytime

Rwanda's gray crowned cranes are deeply romantic -- but they're also endangered by the pet trade and habitat destruction. Here's how conservationist Olivier Nsengimana is helping to rescue, protect and breed the birds: https://cnn.it/3ubMfRY #CallToEarth #PerpetualPlanet In partnership with Rolex | CNN International