A pair of bald eagles are the cause of excitement in the Hamilton area
[CWF REFLECTIONS OF NATURE PHOTO CONTEST SUBMITTED BY MEGAN LORENZ OF ONTARIO] A pair of bald eagles are the cause of excitement in the Hamilton area. Just last week, for…
Fish Can Lose Their Sense of Smell
[PHOTO CWF REFLECTIONS OF NATURE PHOTO CONTEST SUBMITTED BY SERGEY SHPAKOVSKY OF ONTARIO] New Canadian research indicates that fish found in lakes contaminated with metals are losing their sense of…
Bat Hibernaculum Surveys Started Last Week
[PHOTO: NB MUSEUM] We started bat hibernaculum surveys last week and the news is not good. Of the 3 caves we visited, one had 2 dead bats, another had 12…
It Isn’t Good News For Monarch Butterflies
[CWF REFLECTIONS OF NATURE PHOTO CONTEST BY DEBBIE OPPERMANN OF ONTARIO] It isn’t good news for monarchs. Monarch butterflies migrate from Canada and the United States to spend their winter…
How can I tell if a young animal has been orphaned and needs help?
Spring is definitely the season when young animals abound; however it’s important to remember that just because they are alone doesn’t necessarily mean they’re orphaned. Often well-intentioned people do…
Canada Blooms Day 10: Blue Flag
It’s our last day at Canada Blooms. Boohoo! We’ve had so much fun and it’s been amazing connecting with so many people who love gardening as much as we do!…
Canada Blooms Day 9: Dogwood
No matter where you live in Canada, chances are there is a dogwood for you. Visually appealing and magnets for wildlife, these plants are bound to please both the gardener…
Hinterland Who’s Who: The Robin
Have you seen your first robin yet? It’s the ultimate sign of spring!
Canada Blooms Day 8: Wild Rose
Does it get any prettier than this? I think not. Roses. They inspire poetry, are a favorite flower to give as an expression of love and for many, roses are…
Canada Blooms Day 7: Columbine
It’s day seven of Canada Blooms and we can’t believe there are only three more days left to this amazing event! If you haven’t had a chance to stop by…
