Whooping Cranes are one of many species that form strong bonds with their partners, and once that bond is established with another crane, they will typically remain in that pairing… Continue reading Why Do Whooping Cranes Migrate?
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Cranes Unite Us
The 50th-anniversary celebration of the International Crane Foundation in Beijing, China Reprinted from Guangming Daily by Xu Tan On December 7, our staff and colleagues gathered in Beijing, China, to… Continue reading Cranes Unite Us
In the News – December 2023
Monthly summary of media stories highlighting our global programs. Sandhill Cranes gathering in Wisconsin, migrating south, Fox6 Milwaukee LDWF’s Whooping Crane Program adds four more birds to population, Louisiana Department of Wildlife… Continue reading In the News – December 2023
Need to Recycle Your Real Christmas Tree?
International Crane Foundation Needs Well-Watered Trees for Cranes Jan. 5, 2024 (Baraboo) – The International Crane Foundation is looking for real Christmas trees (not artificial) to use in crane exhibits… Continue reading Need to Recycle Your Real Christmas Tree?
Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – January 2024
Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. In December, the 2023 cohort appeared to be doing well, and the cranes migrated south to their… Continue reading Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – January 2024
International Crane Foundation Partners in Zambia to Manage and Restore Blue Lagoon and Lochinvar National Parks
20-Year Agreement Solidifies Decades of Conservation Work in the Kafue Flats The International Crane Foundation recently signed a 20-year collaborative partnership agreement to help restore and manage Blue Lagoon and… Continue reading International Crane Foundation Partners in Zambia to Manage and Restore Blue Lagoon and Lochinvar National Parks
Field Notes from the President – Looking Forward
What a party! It was a joy to celebrate our 50th anniversary gala together with all of you, in person and in spirit, who made possible our past 50 years… Continue reading Field Notes from the President – Looking Forward
Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – December 2023
Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. During November, the chicks of the 2023 cohort migrated south with other Whooping Cranes, and most cranes… Continue reading Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – December 2023
Crane Conservation Education in the Classroom
Whooping Cranes are one of North America’s rarest and most endangered species, removed from the eastern United States until a multi-state reintroduction effort began in 2001. Today, this population of… Continue reading Crane Conservation Education in the Classroom
In the News – October 2023
Monthly summary of media stories highlighting our global programs. Conservation Destination: Baraboo, Wisconsin, Next Avenue There Is Still Some Omid, The Wire Cross-Border Collaboration to Release Endangered Whooping Crane, Association… Continue reading In the News – October 2023