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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.

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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.

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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.”

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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.

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In the News – January 2025

Monthly summary of media stories highlighting our global programs.

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Sarus Crane Restoration and Regenerative Agriculture: A Groundbreaking Initiative at Tram Chim National Park

The International Crane Foundation, in partnership with Mekong Organics and Vietnam Wild Tour & Research LTD (WILDTOUR), is thrilled to announce the project entitled “Sarus Crane Restoration and Regenerative Agriculture Pilot” at Tram Chim National Park, Vietnam.

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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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Parent-Reared Whooping Cranes: The Impact of Different Release Methods

Captive-rearing programs have successfully bolstered the number of Whooping Cranes in the Eastern Migratory Population (EMP) from the initial releases of captive-reared juveniles in 2001 to the present.

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What’s on the Line? Powerline Collisions in Reintroduced Whooping Crane Populations

Whooping Cranes are one of the rarest birds in the world. They are particularly susceptible to collisions with powerlines, many of which are fatal, and this impedes the recovery of the species.

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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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