Are they adults or juveniles? How do you know? These are adult Whooping Cranes. Only adults have the red crowns on their heads. The red is not feathers, but bare skin. The color gets lighter red or darker red, depending upon the crane's mood and what is happening around it. What do you suppose these cranes are looking at? Could danger be near? Photo Operation Migration Journey North is pleased to feature this educational adventure made possible by the Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership (WCEP). This Season Teachers Kids Orientation Registration Search Copyright 1997-2008 Journey North. All Rights Reserved. Questions or comments? Contact us.