Endangered Whooping Crane Illegally Shot In Kentucky

Two endangered whooping cranes mated for life have been found dead in Western Kentucky, the likely victims of an illegal shooter — and officials are offering a reward to catch the perpetrator.

Reward offered for whooping cranes illegally shot in Western Kentucky

Courtesy of the International Crane Foundation / Via savingcranes.org

This male whooping crane was found dead in Western Kentucky in November, shortly after its mate had been shot by a rifle. Officials went public with the news this week.