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Jun 15, 2021

In the News – May 2021

Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.

Jun 10, 2021

Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – June 2021

In the last month, many chicks have hatched!

Jun 08, 2021

Maurice Wanjala Receives Disney Conservation Hero Award

“The award is a great honor to me, and recognition of the tireless efforts I have made to save these wetlands, home to the beautiful Grey Crowned Crane.”

May 25, 2021

Celebrating 50 From the Field Webinars


We’ve hit an important milestone with our From the Field webinar series.

May 06, 2021

In the News – March and April 2021

Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.

May 06, 2021

Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – May 2021

In the last month, nesting season is in full swing!

Apr 28, 2021

Grey Crowned Crane Poisoning Increasing in Southcentral Uganda

In March and April 2021, several incidents of crane poisoning and persecution using snares have been reported in southcentral Uganda. The incidents are thought to be driven by crop damage caused by the cranes when they visit agricultural fields.

Apr 22, 2021

Cranes Bring Best Wishes for 2021

As important symbols of longevity, happiness and nobility, Cranes present a beautiful image in Chinese culture and are often associated with blessings and good wishes.

Apr 19, 2021

Texas craniacs celebrate historic Whooping Crane nests

Today, we are excited to share the news of two Whooping Crane nests in eastern Texas. This is the first time Whooping Cranes have been documented nesting in Texas since the early 1900s!

Apr 15, 2021

Travels With George – Remembering Prince Philip

In the spring of 1985, I was awarded the Gold Medal from the World Wildlife Fund at an annual meeting of their Board of Directors in Geneva, Switzerland.