Family: Gruidae (Cranes)

Authority: (Gmelin, 1789)

Red List Category

Criteria: A2acde+3cde; C1+2a(ii)

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Justification of Red List category
Although it is known that there have been some population declines, there is limited and conflicting information on trends for this species, even in key areas. Until better data can be obtained, it is listed as Vulnerable since it has a small population which appears to have undergone a rapid decline which, with threats continuing or increasing, is projected to continue.

Population size: 6000-6300

Population trend: Decreasing

Extent of occurrence (breeding/resident): 7,270,000 km²

Country endemic: No

Attributes
Land-mass type - continent
Realm - Afrotropical
IUCN Ecosystem -- Freshwater biome
IUCN Ecosystem -- Terrestrial biome