Puck & One Eyed Jack

Sandhill Cranes

Puck & One Eyed Jack…

  • One Eyed Jack hatched 05.30.1992, a female

  • Puck hatched 06.04.1998, a female

  • Among the oldest species of bird, with fossils dating back two million years

  • Wingspan of 6-7 feet, stands over 3 feet tall

  • Can fly as far as 400 miles in one day during migration (migration route is from Mexico to Siberia)

  • Dance during courtship

  • At least 18 different vocalizations, calls can be heard up to 2.5 miles away

  • Generally lay 2 eggs, 30 days to hatch

  • Can live 20-40 years

  • Can be found throughout prairies, marshes, fields and bogs all across North America

  • Monogamous, our girls are a bonded pair

  • Puck is active, vocal, and loves to chase her keepers, she protects Jack from all perceived threats

  • Jack is lowkey, laid back, and loves to spend time in her pond