Whooping Crane Migration Update: April 22, 2011 | |||||||
The
race to the north continues! The
last two crane-kids began migration from Florida on April 17. Several
cranes
of the Western flock are in the home stretch to Canada. At least 15
nests are the big news in Wisconsin. When could the first chicks hatch?
Also, this season's answers to Ask the Expert! Today's Report Includes:
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News: Migration Map and Field Reports | |||||||
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Nesting Math: When Will Chicks Hatch? | |||||||
Exciting news! At least 15 whooping crane nests are now active on the Eastern flock's nesting grounds in Wisconsin. All are being monitored via video or camera. In more great news, other pairs have been reported building nests. How many chicks could arrive this spring? We are eager for the good news! This week's spring snowstorm in Wisconsin didn't seem to affect Whooping crane incubation. Let's figure out when the first eggs could hatch if the parents keep incubating. See this page for this week's Journal Question: |
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FAQ: Answers from the Crane Expert | |||||||
We have answers! Have you ever wondered:
See: Answers from the Whooping Crane Expert Special thanks to Laura Erickson for sharing her wonderful knowledge of cranes to answer our questions! |
Laura Erickson (right) on Whooping crane tour boat with ICF's Joan Garland at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge in February. |
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Research Question and Quick Links: Helpful Resources to Explore | |||||||
Research Question: How are cranes so perfectly adapted for a life in wetlands habitat? See: Whose Feet?
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More
Whooping Crane Lessons
and Teaching Ideas! |
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The Next Whooping Crane Migration Update Will Be Posted on April 29, 2011.
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