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wildlife in winter
The Coolest Contest This Winter
There’s nothing quite like a sheet of outdoor ice to bring out your inner Canadian. Whether it’s a naturally frozen pond or a lovingly groomed community rink, outdoor skating in…
What if Our Canadian Winter…Disappeared?
No more snow. No more below zero temperatures. It would mean a radical change for both human life and wildlife in Canada. The simple fact is Canadian winters marked by…
How Do Freshwater Turtles Survive a Canadian Winter?
Many birds fly south to avoid the long, cold Canadian winter. Turtles don’t have that option. They also can’t remain active in winter because they are ectotherms (cold-blooded), hence their…
Discovering the World of Animal Tracks
Getting Started Identifying tracks to the species level is much easier if you first look for certain clues. Those clues are not usually found in the track. Only one in…
How Do Animals Survive the Winter in Canada?
While some species decide to leave the region when winter lays its icy grip at our door, others brave the storm. Let’s take a look at how some of these…
Wild Dates to Keep in Mind for This School Year
It’s a new school year! Here are some dates to note this year and resources that can help make the most of them! Pick your favourites from these options and…
Walking in a Winter Wonderland: The Benefits of Canadian Winters
Over 500,000 Canadian snowbirds migrate south to warmer climes each year in a valiant attempt to escape Canadian winter cold. That leaves the rest of us – approximately 37 million…
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Santa’s Got Company
The Arctic tundra is a fascinating area between the edge of the boreal forest and the permanent ice caps closer to the North Pole. This areas spans across Yukon, the…
Diving into Winter
Below zero temperatures, chilly winds, snow covered grounds…. How do Canadian wildlife prepare themselves? Let’s dive right into wildlife in winter! The change in colours, the brisk air, the frost……
