What is a group of cranes called?
A sedge
of cranes
a sedgea siegea herd
| Animal | Cranes |
| Category | Birds |
| Collective noun | Sedge, Siege, Herd |
| Baby name | Colt |
💡 “Sedge” (also “siege”) recalls the marshy reed beds cranes favor.
FAQ
What is a group of cranes called?
A group of cranes is called a sedge. Other accepted terms include a siege, a herd.
Are there other names for a group of cranes?
Yes — besides a “sedge,” you may see “siege”, “herd”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.
What is a baby crane called?
A baby crane is called a colt.
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