Whooping Cranes

• Avian flu was the cause of death for 2 whooping cranes in Saskatchewan

  Avian flu has been a threat towards birds for quite some time, but this is the first time free-range whooping cranes have fallen victim to the flu.

  Environment

  Jan 15
  
• Rare whooping cranes raised for the wild as COVID-19 rules relax

  Fourteen long-legged, fuzzy brown whooping crane chicks — one more than in 2019 — are following their parents or costumed surrogates in facilities from New Orleans to Calgary.

  Environment

  Jul 14, 2021
  
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• Calgary Zoo wildlife centre aims to save endangered species

  The Devonian Wildlife Conservation Centre, which opened in 1984 and is operated by the Calgary Zoo, is dedicated to saving endangered species.

  Canada

  Feb 11, 2019
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• Calgary Zoo gets conservation award for work with whooping cranes

  The North American Conservation Award recognizes exceptional efforts toward regional habitat preservation, species restoration and support of biodiversity in the wild.

  Environment

  Sep 13, 2016