Freshwater turtles are one of the most endangered groups of animals in Canada. Seven of the eight species found in Canada are listed as species at risk.
Road mortality, habitat loss, nest predation and poaching for the pet trade are having the largest impact on turtle populations. The Canadian Wildlife Federation has been working with regional partners, community groups, lake associations and individuals to reduce these threats. An important part of conservation is inspiring Canadians to care for wildlife and to appreciate species at risk.
Take this quiz to learn more about Canada’s freshwater turtles. Then visit HelpTheTurtles.ca to learn how you can support turtle conservation.
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For more than 5 years I have been involved in fighting Industrial Size Wind Turbines in Important Bird Areas, in Migrations Routes, in Wetlands and Shorelines and in the Water (where e.g. a large amount Longtailed Ducks are spending their winters).
We won the first fight to protect Ostrander Point, mostly because of Blanding’s Turtles who lives in the area, but there are more areas here to be protected.
Please, help us to protect Prince Edward County and Amherst Island (both in Ontario and both areas are home to Blanding’s Turtles) from Industrial Size Wind Turbines ! ! !