First Confirmed Death of Endangered Whooping Crane due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
An Endangered Whooping Crane, lovingly named “Ducky,” died earlier this month due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The loss marks the first confirmed death of a Whooping Crane due to HPAI.
Endangered Grey Crowned Crane Conservation Improves Livelihoods and Saves Wetlands Across Africa
This successful approach to conservation will be shared by Kerryn Morrison, the International Crane Foundation/Endangered Wildlife Trust Partnership’s Vice President of Africa Programs, during the 9th Session of the Meeting of the Parties of the African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement (AEWA MOP9) held from November 11-14 in Bonn, Germany.
New Office Block Strengthens Conservation and Collaboration in Zambia’s Kafue Flats
A newly commissioned modern office block at Blue Lagoon National Park Headquarters at Naleza will serve as a vital hub for Wildlife management, research, and community engagement in Zambia’s Kafue Flats.
First Confirmed Death of Endangered Whooping Crane due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
An Endangered Whooping Crane, lovingly named “Ducky,” died earlier this month due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The loss marks the first confirmed death of a Whooping Crane due to HPAI.
Kenya Crane Festival Celebrates Ten Years
A local grassroots celebration of cranes has now grown into a national platform for education, cultural exchange, and conservation action.
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.
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.
Hero Mushroom Transforms Rural Communities in Uganda to Save Cranes
The humble oyster mushroom has become an unexpected hero in the story of rural economic empowerment—one that is intimately connected to the conservation of the Endangered Grey Crowned Crane and the wetlands they call home.
Crane Discovery Center to Open for Season on May 1 with Avian Influenza Protections in Place
The Crane Discovery Center at the International Crane Foundation’s global headquarters is set to open for the visitor season on Thursday, May 1, at 9 a.m. Due to the ongoing threat of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), some crane species will not be on display. Until it is safe to return all species to their summer enclosures, visitors will receive 20% off the price of admission.
Six Sarus Cranes Sent to Tram Chim National Park Through Extraordinary Conservation Partnership
Six juvenile Sarus Cranes will soon have a new home at Tram Chim National Park in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta.
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