As important symbols of longevity, happiness and nobility, Cranes present a beautiful image in Chinese culture and are often associated with blessings and good wishes.
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Texas craniacs celebrate historic Whooping Crane nests
Today, we are excited to share the news of two Whooping Crane nests in eastern Texas. This is the first time Whooping Cranes have been documented nesting in Texas since the early 1900s!
Travels With George – Remembering Prince Philip
In the spring of 1985, I was awarded the Gold Medal from the World Wildlife Fund at an annual meeting of their Board of Directors in Geneva, Switzerland.
Notes from the President – Reflecting and Looking Forward
This month marks the one-year anniversary of the pandemic shutdown in the U.S. and the tumultuous year that followed. It is hard for any of us to imagine a more challenging time. But as I reflect on the past year, I am struck most of all by the great things we achieved together.
Working Together to Return Cranes to the Wild
The combined wild populations of two iconic Asian crane species – the Endangered Red-crowned Crane and Vulnerable White-naped Crane – are less than 10,000 birds. Because of the precarious situation of these wild populations, the world’s zoos have established conservation populations for both species.
Honoring Gee Whiz – a Father of Whooping Crane Conservation
Gee Whiz, a Whooping Crane extremely important to crane reintroduction, passed away recently in Crane City, our breeding facility. He lived for 38 years and nine months.
Travels With George – Wandering With Whoopers Part 3
The first cranes to return to the marsh were males. Perhaps the males were raised there. They stand on muskrat mounds and in nearby fields, repeatedly calling as if to advertise their availability for pairing. The males initially search for wetland real estate. Then they advertise for mates.
Travels With George – Wandering With Whoopers Part 2
As I was arriving home at 6 p.m., the phone was ringing. A neighbor of the marsh enthusiastically announced, “The cranes are back!”
In the News – February 2021
Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.
Travels with George – Wandering With Whoopers Part 1
The marsh where the Whooping Cranes nested is still covered by deep snow protruded by the brown stems of emergent vegetation and the conical, snow-capped mounds of muskrats. It’s silent there and perhaps about to awaken.