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May 23, 2016

What’s Next for Whooping Cranes: Your Questions Answered

Read on for answers to your questions about the International Crane Foundation’s role in Whooping Crane recovery.

May 18, 2016

Wish a Very Happy Birthday to George Archibald by Supporting Conservation Leadership

In 1973, inspired by the elegance and plight of cranes, George Archibald co-founded a global center for crane conservation, the International Crane Foundation.

Whooping Crane chick shortly after hatching at the International Crane Foundation

May 17, 2016

Endangered Whooping Crane Hatches!

The International Crane Foundation has announced the first Whooping Crane hatch of the season at its headquarters in Baraboo, Wisconsin.

May 02, 2016

Congratulations to City of Baraboo on Bird City Designation


The International Crane Foundation congratulates the city of Baraboo on the dedication of their first-ever arboretum and announcement of their designation as a Bird City.

Sandhill Cranes take flight at Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

Apr 20, 2016

A Future for Sandhill Cranes in the Columbia River Lowlands


On March 25, 2016 an important step was made for the protection of an important Sandhill Crane wintering and staging area in the Columbia River lowlands.

Siberian Cranes at Poyang Lake

Apr 19, 2016

Disney Conservation Fund Commits to “Reverse the Decline” of Siberian Cranes


In honor of its 20th anniversary, the Disney Conservation Fund today announced a targeted philanthropic strategy to help protect the planet by collaborating with leading nonprofit organizations to help threatened wildlife and inspire a lifelong love for nature in young people.

Apr 04, 2016

In Search of Crane Counters!


The International Crane Foundation is seeking volunteers to participate in the 41st Annual Midwest Crane Count. More than 2,000 volunteers participate in the annual spring crane survey as cranes flock back to the Midwest from their southern wintering grounds.

Mar 22, 2016

Twin Treasures: Wetland and Grassland Celebration in South Africa

In February we gathered to celebrate our annual Twin Treasures Day in the Highveld area of Wakkerstroom, South Africa.

Mar 20, 2016

Using Citizen Science to Study Changes in Sandhill Crane Distribution

A century ago, Sandhill Cranes nearly disappeared from the eastern half of the United States, leading writer and ecologist Aldo Leopold to lament the great loss of the cranes in Wisconsin marshes.

Whooping Crane at International Crane Foundation

Mar 16, 2016

Pre-trial Hearing Appoaches for Whooping Crane Shooter

As the pre-trial hearing date approaches for the accused poacher of two Endangered Whooping Cranes, we are continuing to make the case that in order to deter future shootings, the shooter must be prosecuted vigorously.