I don’t like to overplay “look what I shot” pics, but look at the size of this greater sandhill crane! More than 6-foot wingspan. Guide @stephendieb said it was one of the largest he’s ever seen. Spectacular birds and thriving in N. A. They nest in wet meadows and eat a variety of plants and animals. Cereal grains like corn and wheat help them survive winter in TX panhandle. Roughly 90% of entire population stages on Platte River in Nebraska in March. Protecting their habitat ensures they’ll survive long term. Good friend and master shotgunned Brian Lasley loaned me and dog trainer Ethan Pippitt @standingstonekennels his tricked out Benelli BE3 12 ga. with extra-full choke to bring this bird and 4 more to ground. Meat is among the tastiest of fowl. Grill and thrill. #cranehunting #sandhillcranehunting #sandhillcrane #texashunting #dtsystems #wildfowlerconcealment #bossbismuth #hunting #ronspomeroutdoors #benellishotguns #12gauge @wildfowlerconcealment @dtsystems

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