Tag Archives: White-naped Crane

September 26 through October 5, I had the pleasure of visiting the Republic of Korea (South Korea) as a guest of social scientist and conservationist from Kyunghee University, Ms. Sunyoung Bak, with whom ICF has collaborated for the past decade. Through lectures, meetings, field trips, and the media, with Sunyoung as my gifted interpreter, we shared with many – from farmers to leaders – the importance of the conservation of the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and the bordering Civilian Controlled Zone (CCZ)…

Earlier this year, Lolita, a White-naped Crane in ICF’s captive flock, produced several eggs that were transferred to other breeding centers in the United States. This is not an unusual story, as ICF breeds cranes in cooperation with zoos throughout the world. However, Lolita’s story is unique, in that she underwent exceptional treatment for an injured hock (ankle) joint prior to the breeding season. One of Lolita’s eggs hatched this spring, and following is an update on the chick’s progress.

ICF’s Director of Veterinary Services, Dr. Barry Hartup, works with his staff and our Crane Conservation Department to care for the health of our captive crane flock numbering approximately 100 birds. Following is a summary of a recent case from Dr. Hartup’s files and the amazing story of a White-naped Crane named Lolita. Step One: Diagnosis From previous [...]