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Biodiversity in Action: Learning About Life on Earth
The diversity of life on Earth is staggering, but much of it remains a mystery to us. More than one million species have been identified on our planet to date,…
The Sonic Markers of Spring
For me, there are certain iconic sounds that herald the arrival of spring and which I look forward to every year. The first male American Robins and Red-wing blackbirds usually…
Fragmented Realities
For four decades, there has been a divisive debate about the lasting effects of disturbing animal habitats. A new study suggests it will make some species more resilient, not less.…
SOS: Saving Our Species at Risk
Are you ready to step up in support of Canada’s species at risk? You and your family can be part of a national rescue mission to save plants and animals…
Migratory Birds: Learning on the Fly
Interested in learning more about migratory birds? Well, you don’t have to “wing” it! In celebration of World Migratory Bird Day on May 9, we’ve put together another set of…
Earth Day – Activities for Teaching about Climate Change
Weekly Wild Update Earth Day is coming up this Wednesday, April 22, and the theme this year is ‘Climate Action.’ To get kids learning about this complex global issue, we’ve…
Gone for good? Reintroducing Species to Canada
Sadly, wild species can and do disappear from Canada. Some become extinct, ceasing to exist anywhere on our planet. Others are extirpated, meaning they are gone from Canada but can…
Give Shelter to Backyard Birds
One of the joys of spring in Canada is the return of many of our bird species. They grace our backyards with their bright colours and chipper songs. But with…
Invasive Species: An At-Home Alien Exploration
Weekly Wild Update Alien invaders have landed! We’re not talking about the kind from outer space, but the kind right here on Earth. What happens when plants and animals are…
Things You May Not Recycle but Should
Let’s do our part to reduce landfill waste By now, we should all know the basic items that can be recycled through Canada’s blue bin system – paper, cardboard, glass…
