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But it’s also one of the rarest crane species. Whooping Cranes stand 5-feet tall and usually weigh about 10 to 19 pounds. It’s listed as an endangered species because there are about 600 Whooping Cranes left in the wild.

So, what’s with the name? They make a “whoop” sound and do a little dance to attract a mate — kind of like when you’re at a nightclub and lock eyes with an attractive person across the dancefloor. Whooping Cranes are migrating birds that spend winter in Texas and the rest of the year in Canada.

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Whooping Crane Eastern Population Update – December 2024




Below is the most recent update for the Whooping Crane Eastern Migratory Population. During November, most cranes left Wisconsin on their migration south! A huge thank you to the staff of the Fish and Wildlife Service, the Departments of Natural Resources of flyway states, the International Crane Foundation, and all the volunteers who help us keep track of the cranes throughout the year. We appreciate your contribution to the recovery of the Whooping Crane Eastern Migratory Population. This report was produced by the International Crane Foundation.

Photo: Juvenile 24-24 takes flight in Meigs County, Tennessee. Dan Williams

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