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Jul 10, 2024

Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – July 2024

Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. During June, chicks have been getting bigger! A huge thank you to the staff of the Fish… Continue reading Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – July 2024

Jul 05, 2024

In the News – June 2024

Monthly summary of media stories highlighting our global programs.  Back from the brink, Whooping Cranes inspire awe but still need help, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel The Dallas Zoo lost its first Whooping… Continue reading In the News – June 2024

Jul 01, 2024

International Crane Foundation researcher appointed to Wisconsin Legislative Council Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes

CONTACT: Ryan Michalesko, Communications & Advocacy Specialist, 608-509-6054        July 1, 2024 – The International Crane Foundation is pleased to announce Anne Lacy, Director of Eastern Flyway Programs – North America,… Continue reading International Crane Foundation researcher appointed to Wisconsin Legislative Council Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes

Jun 25, 2024

The Adventure Continues

Do you remember Whooping Crane 16-23’s (a.k.a. Animal’s) big adventure earlier this spring? This young crane was reported by local birders in a residential neighborhood of Wilmette, a suburb of… Continue reading The Adventure Continues

Jun 17, 2024

International Crane Foundation presents “An Evening with the Cranes” at Global Headquarters in Baraboo, Wisconsin

Contact: Ryan Michalesko, Communications & Advocacy Specialist, 608-356-9462 ext. 113            June 17, 2024 – Experience the beauty of cranes after hours at the International Crane Foundation’s annual An Evening with… Continue reading International Crane Foundation presents “An Evening with the Cranes” at Global Headquarters in Baraboo, Wisconsin

Jun 12, 2024

Love it or Leave it: Finding Suitable Habitat for Whooping Crane Reintroduction

Since the partnership to return Whooping Cranes to the eastern U.S. was formed in 2001, the number of Whooping Cranes in the Eastern Flyway has grown to around 75 individuals… Continue reading Love it or Leave it: Finding Suitable Habitat for Whooping Crane Reintroduction

Jun 11, 2024

Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – June 2024

Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. During May, breeding pairs in the population have been nesting and hatching chicks! A huge thank you… Continue reading Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – June 2024

Jun 04, 2024

In the News – May 2024

Monthly summary of media stories highlighting our global programs.  Rare Whooping Crane rescued from Chicago suburb with a costume and some grapes, Wisconsin State Journal  This story was also published in Wisconsin… Continue reading In the News – May 2024

May 22, 2024

Returning Sarus Cranes to Tram Chim National Park

This spring, our Curator of Birds, Kim Boardman, and Director of Conservation Medicine, Dr. Diana Boon, traveled to Vietnam and Thailand to join Dr. Tran Triet, our Southeast Asia Program Director.… Continue reading Returning Sarus Cranes to Tram Chim National Park

May 13, 2024

From Wetlands to Agricultural lands – How do Whooping Cranes Decide Where to Eat?

Over many years of conservation and reintroduction efforts, we have brought back Whooping Cranes from the brink of extinction. In 2001, as part of the international Whooping Crane recovery plan,… Continue reading From Wetlands to Agricultural lands – How do Whooping Cranes Decide Where to Eat?