There are 5,645 recorded sightings of Sandhill Crane in New Jersey, with 146 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in December through March.
When to See Sandhill Crane in New Jersey
Most often reported in December through March.
| Month | Recorded Sightings | Peak Month |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1,353 | Yes |
| February | 515 | Yes |
| March | 717 | Yes |
| April | 439 | No |
| May | 327 | No |
| June | 0 | No |
| July | 0 | No |
| August | 131 | No |
| September | 179 | No |
| October | 326 | No |
| November | 691 | No |
| December | 799 | Yes |
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 New Jersey?
Sandhill Crane is most often reported in New Jersey in December through March, 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 New Jersey?
There are 5,645 documented Sandhill Crane records in New Jersey. 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 New Jersey?
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 New Jersey.