Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.
Category: Whooping Crane
Notes from the President – Cranes, Climate Change and the COVID Crisis
At the International Crane Foundation, we have long focused on cranes as modern-day “canaries in the coal mine,” raising awareness about the impacts of climate change on this family of cherished, endangered birds and the wonderful, wild places they (and all of us) need.
Travels with George – In the Field with Whooping Cranes
A veritable soap opera ensued during my observations, including territorial unison calls, chasing away encroaching Sandhill Cranes, nest building (plural) and so much more. I hope you enjoy spending this time in the field with me!
Potential Jeopardy and Harm to the Aransas Wood Buffalo Whooping Crane Population
International Crane Foundation statement in opposition to proposed changes to the Corpus Christi Ship Channel.
Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – April 2020
In the last month, most of the Whooping Cranes in the Eastern Migratory Population have returned to Wisconsin.
Notes from the President – Bird watching from home
We are bird watching from home in record numbers these days, monitoring our feeders like never before, cheering the return of spring migrants. Globally, the relationship between cranes and feeding stations is an important but very complicated conservation story (and people story).
Quarantine with Cranes – Week 2 Activity
Welcome to Week 2 of Quarantine with Cranes focusing on crane chicks!
Quarantine with Cranes! Week 1 Activity
Like everybody across the world, our staff is adjusting to our new reality. At this time last year, we were visiting classrooms, tabling at community events, and handing out hugs from our mascot Hope. We want to continue to spread our message of crane conservation to families with kids at home. We hope we can give you some fun and educational activities you can do on your own.
Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – March 2020
In the last month, Whooping Cranes in the Eastern Migratory Population have started migrating north!
In the News – February 2020
Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.