Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.
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Changes to Breeding Programs Due to COVID-19
Due to the COVID-19 crisis and our commitment to our staff member’s safety, the International Crane Foundation’s breeding season will look significantly different this year.
In the News – March and April 2020
Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.
Notes from the President – Cranes Bring Us Together
One of the things I most love about the world of crane conservation is the way cranes bring us all together for international goodwill and collaboration.
New Sandhill Cranes join our flock
“It was very interesting – and loud – having four Sandhill Cranes calling behind our heads in the van every time we slowed down to stop!”
Notes from the President – Keeping our staff and partners safe during COVID-19
About a week ago, I wrote to share with you the steps we are taking to keep people safe, stop the spread of the virus, and continue caring for our cranes. For me, and I’m sure you, too, last week feels like a lifetime ago as we adapt to ever-changing and challenging circumstances.
Is the virus that causes COVID-19 a threat to cranes?
During the current COVID-19 pandemic, we will take great care to maintain the health of our animal care staff and the cranes through best practices that stress personal and environmental hygiene, close monitoring and adherence to our Captive Crane Biosecurity Plan.
Notes from the President – An Important COVID-19 Message from our CEO
We feel it’s imperative that we share with you steps we have taken to keep people safe, help stop the spread of COVID-19, and continue caring for cranes.
Technology Upgrades Are for the Birds
With support from an Institute of Museum and Library Services grant, our Crane Conservation Department recently completed a data migration of their animal record-keeping system from an aging custom-built database to ZIMS – Zoological Information Management System, a web-based database program managed by Species360.
In the News – January 2020
Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.