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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…
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…
Lawn options in a wildlife-friendly garden
Many people are thinking about modifying their lawns, to either help pollinators, save grass cutting time or reduce/eliminate the fuel and emissions associated with lawn mowers. But we’ve all got…
Five Reasons Why Bees Avoid the Fluffiest Flowers
Gardening can be a fun and fulfilling way to help wildlife — but beware of the floral showstoppers. The more lush and colourful cultivars and hybrids of popular plants may…
Canada’s Wild Classrooms
Canada’s wildlife and wild spaces are full of stories worth discovering — from tiny pollinators to iconic mammals and the diverse ecosystems that sustain them. To support educators across the…
WILD Spaces: Water & Shelter
Every wildlife‑friendly space needs food, water, shelter and earth-friendly gardening practices (no pesticide use). Now that you’ve connected with your outdoor space and started planning your native plant garden, it’s…
Native Wild Strawberries: Sweet Additions to Your Garden
A beloved Canadian tradition in the summer months is to go strawberry picking with family or friends. To be out amongst rows of strawberry plants, eagerly peeking through their leaves…
The Secret Is Out
When grassland scientists, conservationists, managers and advocates get together, it is like being part of a secret club. Sometimes being part of a small, exclusive group feels good. We have…
Biodiversity in a warming world
Tracking the ever-shifting ranges of wildlife is no easy feat. Natural population fluctuations, seasonal differences, and changes in the landscape all influence where species are found. Yet one major driver…
Life Under Frozen Water
Brr, it’s cold outside! It’s February in Canada which means much of this country is covered in snow, air temperatures are chilly and lakes and ponds are covered with ice.…