The Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) is, in partnership with the International Crane Foundation (ICF), urging South Africans to participate in a national Crane Census over four days in July.
The National Crane Census used to take place on the last weekend of July from 1998 until 2006. Using modern technology, the EWT is reviving the census.
This citizen science project aims to provide vital information to estimate population size and to update distribution across the different species ranges.
In a media release, the EWT explains that the information collected will provide valuable data to guide future conservation actions and management decisions for the benefit of cranes.
“It is crucial that we verify whether observed increases and declines in crane populations are accurate. Through collaboration, we can better understand these trends and contribute to meaningful conservation action,” it states.
