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Are Trees More Beneficial to Wildlife When They’re Dead?
Trees do so much for our planet. They filter water, remove harmful carbon from the atmosphere, shelter and feed wild species, and so much more. Moreover, they can do the…
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.…
Pollinators: What’s All the Buzz About?
Weekly Wild Update Feeling overwhelmed in the face of the long-term school closures? We recommend a dose of Weekly Wild! Every week we’ll share webinars, curriculum-based activities and DIY projects…
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Ban With a Plan: Join us to #BanNeonics
It’s in our wildlife. It’s in our fields. It’s in our food. It’s in our water. And, it’s toxic. “For years now, neonicotinoid (neonic) pesticides have been poisoning our pollinators…
Playing on Your Phone Can Help Conserve Wetlands
You can conserve wetlands. That’s right. I said it. Just to be clear: You can conserve wetlands. Many parts of southern Canada have lost more than half of their historical…
Why Our Wildlife is Part of What Makes Me Canadian
“These lands and the wildlife that occupy them are an important part of my identity as a Canadian.” ~Carolyn Callaghan, Senior Conservation Biologist, Terrestrial Wildlife As Canada Day approaches, I…
Variety is Life for Hummingbirds — Photo Gallery
Hummingbirds are famous for hovering in front of flowers and feeding. They do this by beating their wings quickly — on average they rack up 50 wingbeats per second. And when…