There are 46,338 recorded sightings of Sandhill Crane in Montana, with 224 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in April through July.
When to See Sandhill Crane in Montana
Most often reported in April through July.
| Month | Recorded Sightings | Peak Month |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | No |
| February | 0 | No |
| March | 3,776 | No |
| April | 10,259 | Yes |
| May | 11,417 | Yes |
| June | 6,016 | Yes |
| July | 4,148 | Yes |
| August | 4,766 | No |
| September | 3,798 | No |
| October | 1,643 | No |
| November | 399 | No |
| December | 81 | No |
Compared With Other Regions
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Tall and grey, with a bare red forehead, pale cheeks and a bushy plume of drooping feathers over the tail that is often stained rusty brown. It nests in marshes and wet meadows across North America and northeastern Siberia, then gathers in huge flocks at migration stops such as Nebraska's Platte River. Listen for rolling, rattling bugle calls overhead, and watch pairs bow and leap in courtship dances.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to see a Sandhill Crane in Montana?
Sandhill Crane is most often reported in Montana in April through July, based on GBIF records. Reports partly reflect when more people are outdoors, so sightings in other months are possible.
Where can I see a Sandhill Crane in Montana?
There are 46,338 documented Sandhill Crane records in Montana. Parks, refuges and protected areas with suitable habitat are the best places to start; the charts above show when it's reported most.
How can I find Sandhill Crane sightings near me in Montana?
Use the WildMap app on iOS to see recent reports within 100 km from the past 7 days for free (WildMap Pro: 200 km and 30 days), and turn on alerts for sightings near you in Montana.