Sandhill Crane

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Alaskan Inspiration: Sandhill cranes are among Alaska’s largest birds. They are wading birds that have long black legs, long necks, and black chisel-shaped bills. Adults stand almost three feet (0.9 m) tall and have a wing span of six feet (1.8 m) or more. Mature birds are an ash-gray color with a bright red forehead.

You may have seen a mass migration of Sandhill Cranes, but did you know they are solitary most of the year? Their migration to Alaska signals that spring is here!

According to adfg.alaska.com, often called a mating dance, display activity reaches a peak in late winter and early spring, but it has also been seen at other times of the year when two cranes meet. The ritual starts with a deep bow followed by great leaps, hops, skips, turns, and more bows. This dance can go on for many minutes.

Alaskan Interpretation: We have chosen several beads matched, both wooden and druzy, with leather to represent the Sandhill Crane.

Looking at the face of the Sandhill Crane, you’ll see that patch of bald, red skin on the crown. The red crown is represented by two Rosewood wooden beads.

Their feathers are ash-gray in adult birds, so we have mixed in gray waxed wooden beads, gray druzy beads, and small gold druzy beads to show off the beautiful plumage of one of Alaska’s largest bird.

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