Tim Hauck (program director) releases California Condor #987 at Badger Canyon, Grand Canyon, Arizona, on Jan. 8, 2026.

On January 8, 2026, program director Tim Hauck released California Condor #987 into the wild. The release took place at Badger Canyon, located within the Grand Canyon in Arizona. This action was part of the ongoing efforts to manage and restore the species in its natural habitat. The event marks a specific milestone for the conservation program, ensuring that individual bird No. 987 is reintroduced to the Arizona wilderness for its continued survival.