North Whooping Crane Nesting Summary 2005

Whooping Crane

Eastern Flock Whooping Crane Pairs Nesting
Spring 2005

2005 Summary: First year that pairs in the eastern migratory population nested. Two nests were built and two eggs laid, but neither egg survived to hatching.

PAIR ESTIMATED DATE INCUBATION BEGAN NEST STATUS

#101 and #202
April 16
This pair produced the first egg ever laid by reintroduced Whooping cranes in the eastern migratory flock! A predator destroyed the egg.

#211 and #217
April 17? Nest failed April 19 when parents abandoned it. A predator destroyed the egg.

Journey North is pleased to feature this educational adventure made possible by the
Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership (WCEP).