A Message from Our President and CEO
For more than 50 years, the International Crane Foundation has been a committed conservation leader and beacon of hope for cranes and the lands they share with people and other wildlife.
Eastern Whooping Crane Population Update – March 2025
During February, most birds stayed on their typical wintering grounds, but a few have begun their northward migration.
Wattled Crane Conservation Status Downlisted in South Africa
Concerted and targeted conservation efforts have delivered another success—the downlisting of the Wattled Crane from Critically Endangered to Endangered in South Africa.
In the News – February 2025
Monthly summary of top media stories highlighting our global programs.
International Crane Foundation Advocates for Crane Protection to Celebrate World Wildlife Day
In celebration of World Wildlife Day today, the International Crane Foundation is advocating for the protection of cranes and their habitats in Africa, including supporting conservation efforts and promoting sustainable land use. The theme for 2025 is “Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and the Planet.”
A new milestone for the Black-necked Crane Conservation Network in China
Over 100 researchers and conservationists met late last year at Huize National Nature Reserve in Yunnan Province, China, for the ninth annual Black-necked Crane Conservation Network meeting.
In the News – January 2025
Monthly summary of media stories highlighting our global programs.
Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – February 2025
During January, most of the Whooping Cranes in the Eastern Migratory Population stayed on their typical wintering grounds.
Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – January 2025
Below is the most recent update for the Eastern Migratory Population of Whooping Cranes. During December, the 2024 cohort appears to be doing well!
Ten-Year Collaborative Partnership Results in Nearly Doubling the Siberian Crane Population
After a successful 10-year partnership for Siberian Crane Flyway Conservation, the International Crane Foundation announced the population of Siberian Cranes in the eastern flyway region has increased from less than 3,500 in 2015 to almost 7,000 cranes today. The Foundation held closing ceremonies in China last week to celebrate the Saving Wildlife for Siberian Crane Project, with 110 representatives from government departments, protected areas, scientific research institutions, non-governmental organizations, volunteers, and communities attending the ceremony and workshop.
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