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.
A Thriving Floodplain for All
How do you secure a floodplain of international significance for wildlife and people, reverse ecological degradation, and promote sustainable development and livelihoods for one million Zambians?
An Icon Under Threat
There is growing concern for the future of South Africa’s national bird, the Blue Crane, which has been uplisted from Near Threatened to Vulnerable in the Regional Red Data Book 2025. The uplisting reflects a high risk of extinction for the species in the wild.
From Egg to Fledge: Understanding Whooping Crane Chick Survival
How can we ensure that more chicks in this Whooping Crane Eastern Migratory Population survive to adulthood? First, we need to better understand what factors influence chick survival in the wild.
International Crane Foundation Celebrates 12 Years of Community Conservation in Rwanda’s Rugezi Marsh
Earlier this month, the International Crane Foundation, along with government officials, partners, universities, and others, celebrated the project’s past successes and introduced future conservation plans – including the Foundation’s registration as an authorized NGO in Rwanda and a new office space in Kigali.
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.”
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.
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