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?