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There’s Wind of More Bad News for Canada’s Bats
How Wind Power Poses a Threat to Bats Many of us are well aware of the devastation to Canada’s cave dwelling bats as a result of a disease called White-nose…
How do you “Love Your Lake”?
What does it mean to love your lake? Loving your lake as a place to enjoy swimming, fishing, boating and exploring requires a commitment to care for and respect its…
At Home on the Range: My Summer as an Insect Field Technician
I have been surrounded by horses, cattle, and native rangeland my whole life. I grew up on a ranch along the South Saskatchewan River in West Central Saskatchewan. My perspective…
A City-slicker Taking on the Grassland Insect Project
To your average city-slicker, native grasslands may not be the first thought when it comes to a unique and diverse ecosystem. Hey — no judging — I am a city-slicker.…
Our Lakes are In Danger
You could be the answer! From urban runoff to shoreline degradation, our lakes are in serious trouble. And it doesn’t stop there. Approximately 10,000 tonnes of plastic are entering the…
6 Early Summer Wildflowers in the Carolinian Forest
The Long Point Basin on Lake Erie’s north shore is one of Canada’s most biologically diverse regions. Nestled in the heart of the Carolinian Ecozone, this region is comprised of…
5 Reasons Why Canada Should Play a Role in Freshwater Turtle Conservation
It sometimes seems like half of the year in Canada is winter. That might not be quite true, but it can make people wonder if the Great White North is…
Butterflies Plant Preferences May Be Changing — And in an Unexpected Direction
Climate change is a serious and, unfortunately, always present concern for our planet. Its impacts are far reaching and may also affect the ‘seasonal routine’ of many organisms, including the…
Winter Monarch Butterfly Population Numbers Released — And It’s Not Good
The newest winter counts for the winter population of eastern Monarch Butterflies have been released (March 21, 2023). “In December 2022, Monarchs occupied 2.21 hectares, compared to 2.84 hectares at…
Things are Stacking Up Against the Monarch
The Canadian Wildlife Federation and other conservation groups have been pushing for the Monarch Butterfly to be listed as Endangered, a decision which is expected to come from the Government…
