Reduction of 2018 budget for the U.S. Geological Survey has resulted in closure of the Whooping Crane captive breeding program at Patuxent Research Refuge (Laurel, MD). We’re saddened by the news and hoping for no long-term adverse effects on this endangered species. Here’s a statement from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/lawhoopingcranes/posts/1202614459844665
(Photo of Whooping Crane by Derek Hanking)

















