In December last year, University of Cape Town student, Megan Murgatroyd – who had assisted us with the captures of Blue Cranes for our tracking project in the Western Cape – was called to assist with the identification of two young birds confiscated in a small town, called Calvinia.
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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!
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.
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.
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.
In the News – April 2018
Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.
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.
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.
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.
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.