Whooping Cranes Came Back From the Brink of Extinction. Now, New Threats Are Converging on Their Texas Wintering Grounds

Smithsonian MagazineThursday, January 8, 2026 at 12:30:00 PM
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Whooping Cranes Came Back From the Brink of Extinction. Now, New Threats Are Converging on Their Texas Wintering Grounds
  • Whooping Cranes, once on the brink of extinction, are facing new threats at their wintering grounds in Texas due to development, saltwater intrusion, and bird flu. Some Gulf Coast residents are attempting to create habitats for these endangered birds on their properties to support their recovery.
  • The convergence of these threats poses significant challenges to the ongoing recovery efforts for Whooping Cranes, highlighting the delicate balance between human development and wildlife conservation in the region.
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