
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.

International Crane Foundation Joins Ugandan Government to Celebrate Fifth National Crane Festival
The International Crane Foundation joined the Uganda Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities and Isingiro District Local Government, to celebrate the Fifth National Crane Festival under the theme “Investing in wetland conservation for the benefit of people, cranes, and other biodiversity.”

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.

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.

Expert Updates Webinar: Bird Flu Status and Resources with Dr. Diana Boon, Director of Conservation Medicine
Join Dr. Diana Boon of the International Crane Foundation to learn more about the current status of avian influenza and resources to keep you informed as the situation evolves.

Celebrating the Protection of Wetlands and Cranes on World Wetlands Day
Join us in celebrating World Wetlands Day on Feb. 2 – Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future!

Sarus Crane Conservation Program Lauches at Tram Chim National Park
On December 12, 2024, Tram Chim National Park organized a beautiful opening ceremony for the 10-year Sarus Crane Conservation Program. Hundreds of participants attended the event, including officials from central, provincial, and local governments, international and Vietnamese conservation organizations, private businesses, and representatives of local communities.

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.

Safeguarding Cranes Amid the New Energy Boom
As the human population grows, the demand for energy, especially from renewable resources such as wind and solar, has drastically increased. This has accelerated the construction of wind turbines, solar farms, and power lines in the United States. When new energy infrastructure is placed in or near crane habitats, it can disrupt their movement patterns and reduce available resources.

Art Contest Open: Submit Your Whooping Crane Artwork to Win
Calling all artists young and old to submit their artwork for a chance to be featured on our new Whooping Crane outreach trailer.
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