It’s Super Bowl Sunday and this Japanese crane looks like it’s getting into the spirit of things. Also known as the red-crowned crane, the species is among the rarest cranes in the world. It’s known in some cultures as a symbol of luck and longevity, making it an ideal football mascot. This particular crane seems to have a pretty good punting leg, to boot. Other animals that have served as good luck symbols around the world include the pig, the mandarin duck, and the albatross. Do you have a good luck charm?
A crane for good luck in today’s big game
Today in History
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Visiting the Mamanuca Islands for Fiji Day
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A polar bear near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
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Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act anniversary
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Art in the chapel
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Happy Mother s Day!
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Happy Easter!
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World Rainforest Day
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Cherry blossoms at the National Mall, Washington, DC
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Happy anniversary to the National Park Service!
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A whale of a hug
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Misool Island, Indonesia
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Celebrating Yi Peng
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A night on the (ghost) town
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Over and under the delta
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Happy Juneteenth!
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International Polar Bear Day
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Star Wars Day
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A wild, craggy corner of the United States
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Christmas Bird Count
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Celestial Spain
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You re feeling sleepy
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Ancient art in the Amazon
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Astronomy Day and National Public Lands Day
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Find a Rainbow Day
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Seven Magic Mountains art installation, Jean Dry Lake, Nevada
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Cross this bridge if you dare
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A prison fit for a count
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National Lighthouse Day
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In orbit for Yuri s Night
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