Spilling Thought: Thousands of sandhill #cranes are arriving at Bosque del Apache National #WildlifeRefuge in #NewMexico this month to winter in this safe and stunning area. These gorgeous birds can stand four feet tall and have a wingspan greater than six feet. Fascinating to watch, their social behavior includes at least 10 different types of calls, various threatening postures and elaborate dances for everything from joy to courtship. Yesterday marked the start of the world-renowned Festival of the Cranes, an annual event hosted by the refuge. Photo by Kim Hang Dessoliers (http://ift.tt/18oFfjl) by usinterior