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Old 04-26-2014, 08:06 AM
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Originally Posted by duffysmom View Post
Sandhill cranes lay down to rest and the mate stands guard. You will see one crane standing guard while it's mate feeds as well. I've observed these behaviors for years and love these birds. I read that they have a hunting season for Sandhill Cranes in the mid west. Say it ain't so!!!!
You are correct, there is a hting season up nort, not sure what states, but hundreds of them tear up farmers crops.