Stand Up for the Endangered Species Act
Last week, the Trump Administration proposed a rule change that would profoundly weaken the Endangered Species Act (ESA), the most important law for protecting and conserving threatened plants and animals in our country. We believe this change would be catastrophic for Endangered Whooping Cranes, as well as countless other species, and their habitats.
Top Ten Facts About Cranes and People
We believe people and cranes—and other wildlife—can coexist peacefully on urban, suburban and rural landscapes. As with many neighbors, coexisting peacefully might require some patience and creativity.
Get A Cranes of Wisconsin License Plate for the Whole Flock
The International Crane Foundation will receive a $25 donation for each registered new plate and every time you renew your license plate in the future. By doing so, you can show your support for cranes and give an easy recurring gift to support our work with Sandhill and Whooping Cranes in Wisconsin.
Stand Up for Cranes
For the third time in 14 years, the Wisconsin Legislature is attempting to mandate the state’s Department of Natural Resources to create a Sandhill Crane hunting season.
In the News – February 2025
Monthly summary of top media stories highlighting our global programs.
Avian Influenza Update – Please Exercise Caution When Removing Any Deceased Wildlife
Due to the immediate threat of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), the International Crane Foundation recommends using extreme caution around sick or deceased wildlife, especially birds and cranes.
In the News – January 2025
Monthly summary of media stories highlighting our global programs.
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers proposes $3.75 million in funding for Wisconsin’s farmers to prevent crop damage by cranes
This morning, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced proposed budget investments of more than $80 million to support Wisconsin’s farmers, producers, and agricultural industries. As part of this 2025-27 Executive Budget proposal, the Governor included more than $3.7 million to reimburse corn farmers up to 50 percent of the total cost of purchasing seed treatment that discourages birds, especially Sandhill Cranes, from eating their seed.
Statement Regarding the Wisconsin Legislative Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes
The International Crane Foundation participated in the Legislative Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes hopeful for a serious discussion about how we can support Wisconsin’s farmers with real solutions to solve crop damage by cranes. We are disappointed by the outcome.
Wisconsin Legislative Council Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes to hold its last meeting Dec. 10
Update: The Wisconsin Legislative Council Study Committee on Sandhill Cranes is scheduled to hold its last meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 10, beginning at 10 a.m. at the Wisconsin State Capitol, Room 417 North – GAR Hall (2 E. Main St., Madison).
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