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The Winter Count of Hibernating Bats is Over
[PHOTO CREDIT: KAREN VANDERWOLF/NB MUSEUM – DF McAlpine in the steep snow tunnel with our trusty cable ladder] We have finished our winter count of hibernating bats in New Brunswick…
Book Review – Trees & Shrubs of Newfoundland and Labrador
For nature buffs who want to learn more about the woody plants of Canada’s easternmost province, you might be interested in Trees & Shrubs of Newfoundland and Labrador. It’s one…
What’s Growin’ in the Garden (and Beyond)
As you walk or drive through your neighbourhood, you may spot the colourful blooms of bulbs like crocuses and daffodils. For much of Canada, now is also a good time to stroll…
Humpback Loses ‘Threatened’ Status
Written by Sean Brillant, Manager of Marine Conservation [IMAGE] The announcement by the Canadian government over the Easter holiday weekend that it will be removing SARA protection for the…
We recently visited the caves again to check for hibernating bats
[PHOTO CREDIT: DF MCALPINE/NEW BRUNSWICK MUSEUM] We were recently out to the caves again to check for hibernating bats. Unfortunately we didn’t see any bats at the 3 caves…
WNS is Spreading West
[PHOTO CREDIT: KAREN VANDERWOLF/NB MUSERUM] I am sorry to report that WNS has been confirmed in three counties in Michigan, and one county in Wisconsin . In Michigan, five little…
Swimming with Sharks
Guest Blogger: Anthony Joseph Over a five day stretch in February the Canadian Wildlife Federation along with world-record breath-holding free diver and ocean environmentalist William Winram toured across Ontario to…
Science Night!
A few weeks ago Donald McAlpine, a curator at the New Brunswick Museum, and myself visited Princess Elizabeth School to participate in their Science Night program. The program was well…
Triple Your Gift and Help Species At-Risk!
Increased forestry, mining and other industrial activities are taking a toll on the habitat and the health of our wildlife. As Canadians, it is critical that we protect our wild…
