The red-crowned crane (scientific name: Grus japonensis) is a large wading bird in the genus Crane. The body length of the red-crowned crane is 1.2~1.5 meters. The male is slightly larger than the female. There is a gray-black broad stripe on each side of the neck. There is a small white feather spot on the ear feathers and the iris is dark brown. The forehead and head are bare, without feathers, and are vermilion. Red-crowned crane throat neck, secondary and tertiary flight feathers are black. The mouth is yellowish green, the tail is short, and the tail feathers are white. Legs and feet are leaden black. The red-crowned crane chicks are pale brownish yellow, but the tips of the primary feathers are black, and the neck and secondary feathers are dark brown or gray.

It is a large bird species widely distributed in North America, belonging to the genus Crow in the family Crowidae. Known for its intelligence, adaptability, and unique vocalizations. It is a very intelligent and alert bird that can solve complex problems and use tools. Large in size, with a body length of up to 50 to 60 centimeters and a wingspan of over one meter. The beak is strong and powerful, suitable for pecking and manipulating objects. It is an omnivorous animal, with food sources including insects, small mammals, fruits, seeds, and carrion. Show extremely high adaptability and opportunism when searching for food. It is also known for its vocalizations, which can produce a variety of different sounds for communication and territorial declaration.