The family Gruidae, commonly known as cranes, belongs to the order Gruiformes. Cranes are large, long-legged, and long-necked birds known for their elaborate courtship dances and loud, trumpeting calls. They are found on every continent except Antarctica, typically inhabiting wetlands, grasslands, and open savannas. Cranes are omnivorous, feeding on a mix of plant material, insects, small vertebrates, and aquatic organisms. Many species are migratory, traveling long distances between breeding and wintering grounds. Due to habitat loss and wetland degradation, several crane species are considered threatened or endangered, making them important targets for global conservation efforts.