Yes, it's very difficult to get chance to see this bird. And I'm very lucky about these 2 photos I can made in free nature. The crane was 100 til 120 meters away from me and after the second click from the camera he flys away. I never see a crane so close before. (Sorry for my terrible english, hope you understand what I mean )
Don't worry, I aren't better than you. I understand every word It must really have been amazing to see. You must have done something very good, when you get a chance like that. Fantastic