May 01, 2024
In the News – March and April 2024
Monthly summary of media stories highlighting our global programs. Conservationists call for regulations and policies to protect wetlands, Nile Post, Uganda Population growth raises biodiversity concerns, Nile Post, Uganda Conserving Africa’s cranes, IOL… Continue reading In the News – March and April 2024
Apr 29, 2024
Whooping Crane Nests Found on Indiana Wintering Grounds
In 2001, a migratory Whooping Crane population called the Eastern Migratory Population, was reintroduced to the eastern United States. The plan was for these Whooping Cranes to nest in Wisconsin… Continue reading Whooping Crane Nests Found on Indiana Wintering Grounds
Apr 29, 2024
International Crane Foundation Opens May 1st for Summer Season
CONTACT: Ryan Michalesko, Communications & Advocacy Specialist 608-509-6054 April 29th, 2024 – The Cranes of the World at the International Crane Foundation’s global headquarters will open for the season on Wednesday,… Continue reading International Crane Foundation Opens May 1st for Summer Season
Apr 24, 2024
Migratory Whooping Crane Relocated from Suburban Chicago Neighborhood to Horicon Marsh
CONTACT: Ryan Michalesko, Communications & Advocacy Specialist, 608-356-9462 April 24, 2024 (Wilmette, Illinois) – A young Whooping Crane, 16-23 a.k.a. Animal, was reported by local birders in a residential neighborhood of… Continue reading Migratory Whooping Crane Relocated from Suburban Chicago Neighborhood to Horicon Marsh
Apr 10, 2024
Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update April 2024
Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. During March, most birds have arrived on their typical breeding/summering grounds in Wisconsin. There are still some… Continue reading Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update April 2024
Mar 26, 2024
A Same-Sex Whooping Crane Pair Nests in Wisconsin
In May 2019, researchers at the International Crane Foundation documented a pair of female Whooping Cranes nesting and incubating eggs at McMillan Marsh Wildlife Area in Marathon County, Wisconsin. This… Continue reading A Same-Sex Whooping Crane Pair Nests in Wisconsin
Mar 13, 2024
Reward Offered for Information on Whooping Crane Shooting in Louisiana
Wanted: Information on Louisiana Whooping Crane shooting! The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are looking for leads regarding an Endangered Whooping Crane, L4-23, that… Continue reading Reward Offered for Information on Whooping Crane Shooting in Louisiana
Mar 12, 2024
Very few Wisconsinites Support a Sandhill Crane Hunt According to Statewide Survey
CONTACTS: Jodi Legge, Director of External Affairs, 608-356-9462, ext. 120Ryan Michalesko, North America Programs, 608-509-6054 Hunt Would Not Address Crop Damage Issue for Wisconsin Farmers March 12, 2024 (Baraboo, WI) –… Continue reading Very few Wisconsinites Support a Sandhill Crane Hunt According to Statewide Survey
Mar 06, 2024
International Conservation Experts Gather in Wisconsin for Black-necked Crane Workshop
The International Crane Foundation has brought conservation experts from China, Germany and across the U.S. to our Baraboo, Wisconsin, headquarters this week to discuss a three-year project to save the… Continue reading International Conservation Experts Gather in Wisconsin for Black-necked Crane Workshop
Mar 06, 2024
Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – March 2024
Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. In February, most birds stayed on their typical wintering grounds, but a few have begun their northward… Continue reading Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – March 2024