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Greener Pastures
Did you know that our native, wild prairie grasslands are at risk? Grasslands are the most endangered terrestrial ecosystem in the world. They support a high level of biodiversity. In…
We could lose 2.3 million acres of prairie habitat if we don’t act now
In 2013, Canada made a promise to the world: that we would protect 17 per cent of terrestrial habitat and inland water in our country by 2020. We currently protect…
Save Space in Your Heart for These Species at Risk
We all appreciate wildlife, but there are a few species that could use some extra love this Valentine’s Day. The Monarch Butterfly, American Eel, Barren-ground Caribou, and Burrowing Owl are…
Support for the St. Anns Bank Marine Protected Area
The Government of Canada is proposing St. Anns Bank in Nova Scotia as Canada’s next Marine Protected Area under Canada’s Oceans Act. Canada is striving to protect 10% of marine and…
A brief history of bats
Animals often feature prominently in human culture, with specific aspects of their biology emphasized over others. What traits do you think of first when you think of bats?
Have you wondered what bats sound like?
Bat Week: Eight kids from across North America are proving that you don’t need to be an adult to help our bats! A series of four, 15-minute webcasts (airing 1pm…
Bat Week is coming and an update on Big Brown Bats and WNS
Bat Week is coming up! During Bat Week, October 25-31, CWF invites you along with our initiative partners to host an invasive plant pull to help improve habitat and food…
