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May 23, 2018

What can Sandhill Crane nesting teach us about Whooping Cranes at Horicon Marsh?

It was my first time in a helicopter, and the experience of flying low over the snow-covered landscape of eastern Wisconsin was truly special. From the air, we saw a multitude of geese, ducks, deer and many other animals – and, of course, cranes, including one Whooping Crane!

May 18, 2018

Top Ten Whooping Crane Facts for Endangered Species Day

What is Endangered Species Day? It is a day to learn about endangered species and how we can help protect them.

May 09, 2018

The Fight Continues – Help Win It


Whooping Cranes continue their fight for survival. We’ve made gains. But there’s still much to do. And you can help.

May 08, 2018

Endangered Whooping Crane Chicks Hatch at White Oak Conservation

White Oak Conservation is pleased to announce that two Whooping Crane chicks have hatched, marking the first time White Oak has successfully bred this critically endangered species.

May 04, 2018

In the News – April 2018

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

May 02, 2018

Second Cranes and Culture Art Series with Photographer, Author Stan Tekiela is May 5

Photographer and Author Stan Tekiela is the featured artist Saturday, May 5, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., for the International Crane Foundation’s Cranes and Culture Art Series.

Apr 25, 2018

Notes from the President: New Wattled Crane Populations Discovered in Angola

I’ve just returned to South Africa following a remarkable few days of aerial surveys in Angola, and a great visit with our team in Zambia prior to that.

Apr 25, 2018

Changes in agricultural and rainfall patterns help unseasonal nesting of Sarus Cranes in India

In India, Sarus Cranes nest during the annual monsoon, when yearly rains replenish the landscape. Interestingly, Sarus Cranes occasionally will nest outside of the monsoon as well. Until recently, several hypotheses for this behavior have been suggested, but careful evaluation of these hypotheses has been absent.

Apr 20, 2018

Join us for our Cranes and Culture Art Series

The International Crane Foundation is hosting a series of Cranes and Culture events this visitor season. The first event is Saturday, April 21, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Cranes and Culture Art Series will educate visitors by offering a series of complimentary monthly workshops led by local artists.

Apr 04, 2018

Whooping Crane Outreach Program Assistants help create communities that care about cranes

The International Crane Foundation has been working in Alabama for three years and began a new outreach campaign in Indiana this year.