Siberian Crane Quiz!

Where do Siberian cranes migrate during winter?

• Africa

• China

• Australia

• South America

Answer explanation

Siberian cranes migrate to Poyang Lake in China during the winter. There used to be a western population in Western Siberia which migrates to Iran and India, but it has been considered to be extinct since the early 2000s.

What is the main colour of an adult Siberian crane?

• Grey

• White

• Brown

• Black

Answer explanation

Siberian cranes are mostly white in colour, but there are some black feathers only visible while it's flying.

Which of these is a major threat to Siberian cranes?

• Climate change

• Habitat destruction

• Hunting

• All of the above!

Answer explanation

Siberian cranes are affected by all these threats, thus their population is declining. So, we have to do our best to help protect this species.

Siberian cranes are mostly known for their:

• Loud trumpeting calls

• Small size

• Bright red feathers

• Nighttime hunting skill

Answer explanation

They aren't small, they don't have red feathers and they aren't nocturnal, so the answer must be their trumpeting calls!

What type of habitat do Siberian cranes prefer?

• Dense forests

• Wetlands and marshes

• Deserts

• Mountain cliffs

Answer explanation

Yep, they live in wetlands because it's rich in aquatic plants and insects which makes up its diet!

Which continent do Siberian Cranes breed in?

• North America

• Asia

• Europe

• Antarctica

Answer explanation

They breed in eastern Siberia, so they are in Asia!

What is the scientific name for the Siberian crane?

• Pseudoryx nghetinhensis

• Ochotona iliensis

• Grus leucogeranus

• Hyelaphus kuhlii

Answer explanation

This is a tough one, but here are the others:

Pseudoryx nghetinhensis: Saola

Ochotona iliensis: Ili Pika

Hyelaphus kuhlii: Bawean deer

Which country is home to the largest wintering population of Siberian Cranes?

• China

• Russia

• India

• Japan

Answer explanation

If you guessed Russia, you would be correct if the question asked for their breeding grounds, but we want their wintering areas, which would be China!

How long can Siberian cranes live in the wild?

• 5-10 years

• 10-15 years

• 30-40 years

• Over 50 years!

Answer explanation

In captivity though, they can live up to 80 years!

What conservation status is the Siberian Crane currently classified under?

• Least Concern

• Near Threatened

• Critically Endangered

• Extinct

Answer explanation

There are only 3500-4000 of them left in the wild! We have to do something! :O