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On-demand Gear in the Maritimes
The Canadian Wildlife Federation’s Marine Conservation Science team works to mitigate entanglement risk to large whales. In Atlantic Canada, there is a particular focus on North Atlantic Right Whales —…
Next Wildlife Video Features… The Banana Slug!
Hi! I’m Annie, your friendly neighbourhood biologist and Hinterland Who’s Who Coordinator… I won’t lie, it’s probably the best job ever! One of the perks of my work is that…
20,000 Amphibians and Reptiles on Roads!
What can we learn from 20,000 observations of amphibians and reptiles on roads in Canada? Plenty! The first thing is that many amphibians and reptiles cross roads and perish on…
Welcome Back, Monarchs!
The Monarch Butterflies are back after a long winter in Mexico! On April 26, 2026, a Monarch was sighted feeding on nectar in Toronto, ON. This year, we expect the Monarchs to…
Can We Save the Bobolink?
Nesting is not so easy for this prairie songbird The cheery “chee, chee, chee” song of the Boblink inspired renown poet, William Cullen Bryant to write a poem about this…
- Coasts & Oceans
- Connecting With Nature
- Education & Leadership
- Endangered Species & Biodiversity
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How to Help Painted Ladies
Every summer, the Painted Lady butterfly arrives in Canada after an impressive migration from warmer regions. With its bright orange wings, black tips and small eye-like spots on its hindwings,…
Community Science: Everyday Action That Make a Real Difference
Community science (aka. citizen science) is transforming the way we understand and protect biodiversity. Community science opens the doors of discovery to everyone — not just professional researchers. Through accessible…
We Give a Hoot About the Burrowing Owl
Owls. Spooky solitary birds of the night, hunting from their high perch to silently swoop down to catch an unsuspecting prey. Is this true of all owls? Every rule has…
- Coasts & Oceans
- Connecting With Nature
- Education & Leadership
- Endangered Species & Biodiversity
- Forests & Fields
- Lakes & Rivers
Nature-based Education in Spring: The Thaw
As winter loosens its grip and the landscape begins to thaw, April marks a time of renewed energy in Canada’s ecosystems. Meltwater flows through forests and wetlands, early plants push…
- Coasts & Oceans
- Connecting With Nature
- Education & Leadership
- Endangered Species & Biodiversity
- Forests & Fields
- Lakes & Rivers
Mitreworts
Mitreworts are delightful woodland plants in the Saxifrage family. Canada has two species, Naked Mitrewort (Mitella nuda) and Two-leaved Mitrewort (Mitella diphylla), both of which are also called Bishop’s Cap,…
