Hooded cranes in flight
Numerous hooded cranes (Grus monacha) were flying in Izumi, Japan.
The hooded crane and white-naped crane are vulnerable species. They are well protected in their major wintering site, Izumi. A large area of rice field is offered to cranes during winter. People cannot enter the rice field, except for those engaged in protection of cranes. Cranes eat plants and small animals in the area. In the morning supplementary foods are provided partly to reduce damage of plants outside the designated area. Upon departure to northern breeding region, fishes are provided, wishing their safe travel.
Hooded cranes in flight
Numerous hooded cranes (Grus monacha) were flying in Izumi, Japan.
The hooded crane and white-naped crane are vulnerable species. They are well protected in their major wintering site, Izumi. A large area of rice field is offered to cranes during winter. People cannot enter the rice field, except for those engaged in protection of cranes. Cranes eat plants and small animals in the area. In the morning supplementary foods are provided partly to reduce damage of plants outside the designated area. Upon departure to northern breeding region, fishes are provided, wishing their safe travel.