Birders and wildlife enthusiasts are flocking to Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge for a glimpse of a rare, almost all white sandhill crane. The unique coloration of this crane is likely a result of leucism, a condition where the pigmentation cells in an animal or bird fail to develop properly. Different from albino because it doesnt lack all pigment, it has a few dusky grey feathers and normal-looking red forehead and eyes. In addition to sandhill cranes, the refuge is seeing a spectacular influx of other migratory birds including a variety of ducks, hawks, bald eagles, songbirds, and snow geese. Along with the colorful bounty of birds, the cottonwood trees are in full color and the weather is perfect! -Photos by John L. Olson
Posted on: Thu, 30 Oct 2014 20:25:45 +0000
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