Gardening

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Blossoming frog enthusiasts in New Brunswick will soon have a new tool to help them identify the province’s nine frog and toad species. Aided by a $2,700 grant from the Canadian Wildlife Federation, Nature NB is producing a poster and field guide to introduce beginners of all ages to their amphibious neighbours.

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<p>CWF is tagging eels to help conserve their Ottawa River population<br>By Claire Preston</p>

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Cascading water enhances a garden and attracts a larger variety of birds. The sound of a gurgling stream is an intoxicating draw to both people and wildlife. It enhances relaxation and helps filter out background noises that invade our lives.

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CWF’s Endangered Species Fund is Back for Another Round!

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<p>CWF supports critical rescue work in Newfoundland.<br><br><br></p>

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Where our wildlife stand with COSEWIC today.

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Where our Bats Stand on the SARA List Today

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Pollinators will soon be buzzing in Vancouver parks again thanks to the efforts of a youth organization dedicated to increasing the number of mason bees in their neighbourhood.

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Summer’s just around the corner. Learn what you can do now to create a watery wonderland at the cottage.

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<p>With help from CWF, researchers at Thompson University are determining the best way to conserve the species.</p>

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The Mississippi has been inundated with a species that could very well threaten Canada’s waters.

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Driven by their appetite, some animals will use their ability to think ahead to scout out their next meal.

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<p>Getting a Headcount for the Woodland Turtle Is Harder Than You’d Think.</p>

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<p>CWF funding is working towards helping the world’s smallest owl bounce back in Canada.</p>

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<p>Weighing in at a hefty 500 kilograms, the leatherback sea turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) may seem indestructible; however, it is listed as endangered in Canada by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) and listed as critically endangered across the globe by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>CWF Helps Determine Migratory Bird Populations in the North.<br>By Stephanie Poff</p>

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Do our bats prefer open or closed canopies? You might be surprised by the answer!

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Pollinators have been battling habitat loss and pesticides for some time now, but it turns out bumblebees may be facing the greatest threat of all

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What makes human pregnancy different from our wild friends’? In some cases, not much…

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<p>Stay Warm This Winter—Guilt Free.</p>

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<p>By Leigh Edgar</p> <p>Once a leader in the fight against climate change, the government of Canada is now lagging behind other developed nations in its efforts to meaningfully address greenhouse gas emissions. And instead of trying to improve its own record, Canada wants to point the finger at other nations instead. <br>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>News&nbsp;from CWF including past partnerships, promotions and scholarships. &nbsp;</p>

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Nesting is not so easy for this prairie songbird

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Last time we talked about the fishing technique called purse seining – one of the most common means of catching fish in the pelagic (surface and sub-surface) zones of the ocean.

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<p><strong>By April Overall</strong></p> <p>A tribute to Canada’s floral godmother</p>

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Learn more about this important convention and its important aim to conserve our migratory bird species.

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How one youth camp is getting kids excited about the outdoors

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<p>An $11,800 grant from the Canadian Wildlife Federation to the BC Wildlife Federation’s Wetlandkeepers program helps ensure a future for British Columbia’s wetlands.&nbsp;</p>

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It seems as though people use the terms climate change and global warming interchangeably these days. But they’re not quite the same thing. It’s time to clear the air!

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<p>From ballet slipper pink to bright blue, the vivid colours of spring are all around us. Stop and take a look!</p>

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Looking back at conservationists that stood up on behalf of Canada’s wildlife.

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<p>In spring 2008, the Canadian Wildlife Federation provided $7,500 in funding to Regina researchers to develop a conservation strategy for the threatened eastern yellow-bellied racer.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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How CWF Is Working to Change the Fate of the Great Basin Spade Foot Toad and Western Toad

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<p>Cottages and camping are standard features of Canadian summers and tend to revolve around shoreline areas. A quiet canoe across a misty morning lake, a late afternoon trip trolling for fish, or simply lying quietly on a dock as the water’s tide rocks you to sleep are wonderful ways to spend part of a summer day. But what would those moments be without the hawk silently circling overhead or a dragonfly zipping past as it hunts for insects. Wildlife is an integral part of life in Canada and shorelines are a great place to experience it.</p>

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Canadian wildlife that could give Michael Bublé a run for his money

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<p>Researchers are using nest-cages to discourage nest predation. But are they effective?</p>

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How are Animals Affected by Marine Litter?

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Will you lend your lake a helping hand this summer?

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CWF meets with DFO to resolve right whale entanglement issues.

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We’ve paired up with Warner Bros to get kids excited about marine animal rescue!

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<p>Two former Montrealers share the trials and rewards of building their dream mountainside eco-home. Of course, not all of us can build a house on a mountain, but there's nothing stopping us from imagining what our ideal green home might look like. After all, every good greening project begins with an idea and every perfect home starts out as a dream.<br></p>

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The Tools that are Changing the Face of Wildlife Conservation

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Dive into all the potential that drones could offer the conservation world, and the factors that are holding research back.

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Still a Bad Deal for the American Eel

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In just a few short weeks, songbirds will come flitting back to our backyards, searching for scraps to build their nests. But what happens when it’s built? How do females bond with their chicks? How do chicks get their mother’s attention? We’ve got all the answers. Just keep reading!

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As the weather is getting colder, so too might your mood. Keep reading and let us change your mind about Canada’s cooler months.

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<p>As a national wildlife conservation organization, the Canadian Wildlife Federation’s overarching objective is to prevent more of Canada’s fish, wildlife and plant species from being at risk. For the 585 species already at some degree of risk in Canada, we aim to reverse the threatening conditions that have lead to their decline.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Canadian Wildlife Federation is kicking off the New Year with a new crop of projects to fund. In 2011, the Endangered Species Program is supporting an array of new species – from the tiny Olympia oyster to the gargantuan killer whale. </p>

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<p>Here’s How to Start Cutting Back on Your Water Consumption</p>

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What’s one of the greatest threats to migratory birds? Read on to find out.

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<p><strong>By April Overall</strong></p> <p>How would you like it if your home suddenly began to shrink? Wildlife across the country is being forced to live in smaller and smaller quarters and they’re paying the price. Read on to learn more.<br><br></p>

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<p>For the black-legged kittiwakes nesting on the steep rocky cliffs around Witless Bay, N.L., a global-scale shift in the atmosphere is personal: Their family planning depends on it. Canadian Wildlife Service scientists have found that the success of kittiwake reproduction depends in large part on the North Atlantic Oscillation — the massive circulation pattern that rules much of the climate of the North Atlantic Ocean. It’s a worrisome find, since climate experts predict climate change will throw the oscillation out of whack.&nbsp;</p>

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Some animals just don’t know how to pick ‘em. Read on to learn all about Canada’s unlucky lovers.

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Let’s celebrate the top dads in the animal kingdom.

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<p>As this toad’s numbers decline, researchers’ resolve to save the species is ramping up.. </p>

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Of the three species of ferret in the world, the Black-footed ferret is the only one native to North America.

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Not all Female Animals Respond to the Showier of the Bunch

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<p>Before You Start Sprinkling Salt on Your Icy Driveway, Read This.</p>

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This summer’s balmy weather might have been a lovely break for us Canucks, but it had a terrible impact on our salmon. Read on to find out how the heat put salmon in hot waters.

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<p>This month’s Take Five focuses on Canadian wildlife; five fun species facts from coast to coast!&nbsp;</p>

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Approximately 260 million tonnes of plastic is produced every year, 10 per cent of which finds its way to our oceans. Nearly 80 per cent of marine litter is ushered into the sea via wind and runoff — litter from our roadways make its way to our streams and rivers and eventually gets dumped into our oceans. The remaining debris that enters our waterways comes from ships. </p>

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Take a walk on the calm side

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<p>With their destructive effect on Canada’s western landscape, Alberta and B.C.’s wildfires have dominated Canadian headlines this summer. It is hard to see what, if any, good can come from such devastation. But it may surprise you that, despite its seeming fury, fire is a key factor in the continuation of maintenance and the diversity of Canada’s forest ecosystems.&nbsp;</p>

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On September 23, Grasslands National Park (GNP) in Saskatchewan welcomed 15 new black-footed ferrets courtesy of the Toronto Zoo’s ferret reintroduction program.

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<p>White-nose syndrome is sweeping across North America and causing havoc amongst our bats<br>By Stephanie Poff</p>

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How CWF is helping the Western Chorus Frog

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<p>See how the Canadian Wildlife Federation is supporting wildlife through funding.&nbsp;</p>

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Let Mother Nature nurture your kids!

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This little owl needs your help. Read on to find out what you can do!

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Eight Ways You Can Help Turtles this Summer

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Six tips for transforming a bat box into a home sweet home

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Learn how one Canadian researcher is working to save the bats

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<p>Ontario’s grasslands are home to over 200 native plant and animal species. Sadly, with less than three per cent of the original tall grass prairies remaining, it is also one of the most endangered ecosystems in the world.

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<p>One of my favourite reasons for watching the current plethora of home-design TV shows is the chance to see endless new and exciting ways to use flowers to dress up a room. The one-upmanship of the designers has led to some really fun and interesting cut flower arrangements that help us look at colour and combinations in a whole new light. No longer are we tied to rules in proper use of the colour wheel and the rigid shapes formerly thought to be acceptable for floral design. Moreover, the types of plants used have expanded to include everything from houseplants to bulbs to shrubs and every plant part from the stems to flowers to leaves.</p>

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Which Canadian animals have short pregnancies?

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<p><strong>By Claire Preston</strong></p> <p>These five animals make five gruelling treks every year. How do they do it? Keep reading to find out!</p>

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<p>By Sarah Coulber<br>As we move through our day, we make countless moment-to-moment choices that may seem insignificant at the time. Collectively, these choices shape the face of our life, our community, our country and our planet.</p>

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This spooky holiday has laid claim to spiders, bats, crows and more. But do they really deserve the bad rap?

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The best news we’ve heard about bats in over nine years! You can help make it even better.

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The federal government announced yesterday as part of the budget that it has allocated $10 million over the next two years to support partnerships to implement fish habitat conservation.

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Bats in Canada are in big trouble and they need our help now

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How are polar bears really handling a decline in sea ice? We’re working hard to find out.

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It won’t be long before they’re buzzing around your garden again. Are you ready for their arrival?

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How CWF Is Working to Change the Fate of the Great Basin Spade Foot Toad and Western Toad

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When technology is more of a hazard than a help for wildlife

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If you’re feeling more ba-hum-bug than filled with cheer this holiday season, take a cue from our wildlife friends.

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<p>When we think of pollinators, our thoughts naturally drift towards the most famous members of this important group — bees. But butterflies also play an integral role in the process of pollination and they look good doing it too! From monarchs to painted ladies to swallowtails, Canada is home to almost 300 of these delicate and colourful species and visitors to the butterfly house managed by La Maison des Insectes have the opportunity to experience them up close and personal.&nbsp;</p>

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Animals that build their homes in the subnivean zone

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As the days get longer and the nights grow warm, many animals across the country feel the tug of springtime rituals. They may have the instinct, and they may have the mate—but what happens if they don’t have the habitat?

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The Arctic tundra, a snowy biome that is housed within the Arctic Circle, is characterized by freezing temperatures, strong winds and permafrost. Yet, despite being one of harshest environments on earth, many animals call the Arctic home. So how do animals living in the Arctic, a place that has months of continuous light followed by months of continuous darkness, survive in such a harsh habitat?&nbsp;&nbsp;

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These migrate across the vast ocean without any visible landmarks – in a relatively straight line, no less. How do they do it? Read on to find out!

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Did you love exploring outside when you were a kid? We’ve got an adventure for the kid in you.

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Learn more about the hummingbird clearwing moth and how to attract it to your gardens!

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<p>&nbsp;Cautioning readers to leave wildlife undisturbed </p>

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Why trying to right a wrong may be doing more damage than good

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<p>This past winter, several members of the Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists (MVFN), situated in the northern half of Lanark County in Eastern Ontario, spent a cold wintry Saturday building bluebird boxes. They hope to establish a bluebird trail in the area this spring. The plight of the Eastern Bluebird has long been of interest to naturalists across North America, ever since the 1950s when man almost wiped them out with DDT. Another single deterrent to the successful nesting of these beautiful songsters was the introduction of the European Starling to our continent, a species that spread prolifically a century ago and assumed the bluebird’s natural nesting cavities. Building bluebird boxes and establishing nesting trails has been a constant quest ever since.</p>

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How are marine Arctic animals surviving a changing climate?

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Urban wildlife is adapting to life in the city—sometimes in unexpected ways.

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The meanest bites in the animal kingdom

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<p>It’s not easy to spot Northern Leopard Frogs in Western Canada anymore. The species, named after a leopard because of the dark spots across its body, has been designated as threatened in Alberta since 1997. It is estimated that Northern Leopard Frog populations in the province have fallen by 60 to 80 per cent over the last 30 years.</p>

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<p>Most gardeners are accustomed not only to wild visitors, but also to a more common domestic drop-in—gardens provide tempting spots for outdoor pet cats to dig or defecate. Cats cannot be blamed for indulging in natural behaviours, since pet owners are the ones who choose whether or not to allow their cats roam outdoors. Unfortunately, many well-meaning caregivers do not realize the grave, wide-ranging impacts of keeping the door open.</p>

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<p>We happily catch it on our tongues and begrudgingly shovel it from our sidewalks, but how much do you really know about snow?&nbsp;</p>

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Let’s put the Ontario Endangered Species Act into Action!

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This place is more than just a great outdoor destination.

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<p><strong>By Mahina Perrot</strong></p> <p>When you help wildlife, sometimes you can make a big difference<br><br></p>

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<p>Chances are, you’ve never seen a nooksack dace. This small grey-green fish — no longer than a pencil when fully grown and not much heftier — lives mainly in three creeks in the Nooksack River Basin in British Columbia’s lower Fraser Valley. It was once abundant, moving into freshwater rivers and streams throughout the region following the retreat of the last ice age some 12,000 years ago. But no more. Today it is on the brink of extinction, a victim of habitat loss due to human development.</p>

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The latest in whale conservation? Hearing them out.

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A community coming together to get kids back outside!

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Ever considered living with bats – in your backyard or your home? You may choose to after reading this!

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<p>It’s no longer a day at the beach for freshwater mussels.</p>

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What Happens When a Species Goes Extinct?

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Valentine’s Day is headed this way. It’s time to take a look at some sweet stories — WILD style

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<p>If you want to create a natural feel in your garden, add visual interest or simply help your wild neighbours, consider using stumps, logs and rocks. These natural items may be of more use than you think.</p>

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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Canada’s Very Own Lucky Wildlife

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Diving into CWF’s Work for Water

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<p>This past November, researchers embarked on a unique whale research expedition in the Gulf of Maine, with support from the Canadian Wildlife Federation (CWF) and TD Bank. </p>

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Debunking Myths about the Wolverine

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CWF is Hard at Work Trying to Make SARA Stronger

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Find out which Canadian females go above and beyond for their young.

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Helping the American Eel

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Let’s take a look at some of the vast migrations animals take – on land, sea and air.

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<p>Make your backyard a haven for migrating wildlife.</p>

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Find out how crucial mothers are in the animal kingdom just in time for Mother’s Day.

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We’ve Finally Tracked Down These Elusive Butterflies

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We’ve got three snow critters to create outside with your favourite kids this winter!

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Get the low down on the pesticide wreaking havoc on our pollinators

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They pop up everywhere when the weather mellows out. They come in all shapes and sizes. They are bird nests. And there’s more to them than meets the eye.

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Move over grass, there’s a new gardening trend in town. More and more people are opting to transform their backyards into beneficial meadows.

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How one new home buyer is giving wildlife back its habitat one gardening project at a time.

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<p>This month’s <em>Take Five</em> takes you on a journey into the night! As we prepare for a good night’s sleep, which creatures are preparing for an active evening on the prowl? As the days get longer and spring approaches, take a moment to investigate these night hawks!&nbsp;</p>

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<p>By Dr. Joyce Johnson, ND<br>As the days get shorter, thoughts of colder weather usually cross our minds. And winter weather means cold and flu season. Catching a cold really has nothing to do with cold weather. Spending more time indoors during the winter means that viruses are more easily passed hand to hand and through the air. Someone at work or school who has a cold will often unknowingly pass it along through a handshake, sneeze or cough. </p>

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<p><strong>By Annie Langlois </strong></p> <p>This beautiful and fierce whale is at-risk. Read on to learn all about the majestic killer whale.</p>

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<p>Turns out turtles and alligators aren’t the only living creatures that roamed the Earth with the dinosaurs. Dragonflies and damselflies, part of the Odonata order of insects, have been zipping around for over 300 million years.</p>

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Over 500 species of migratory birds stop over in Canada as they make their way to wintering or breeding grounds. En route they face a number of challenges including poor weather, changing climate, a loss of habitat, habitat degradation, pollution, hunting and predation.<p></p>

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In 2009, officials with Environment Canada were tipped to a U.S. investigation into narwhal tusk smuggling that reached across the border — and to an unlikely suspect: a retired RCMP officer. What follows is the inside story of the investigation that ensued and how it led to one of the largest punishments ever under Canadian wildlife law

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In 2009, officials with Environment Canada were tipped to a U.S. investigation into narwhal tusk smuggling that reached across the border — and to an unlikely suspect: a retired RCMP officer. What follows is the inside story of the investigation that ensued and how it led to one of the largest punishments ever under Canadian wildlife law.

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<p>Canada is home to thousands of identified native plant species, but more than a quarter of them could be lost forever if we don’t play an active role in their conservation. As an essential element of our natural biodiversity, native plants provide an important source of food and shelter for many Canadian species, including at-risk and endangered wildlife. Commercial development, clear-cutting and an ever increasing human population are causing habitats across the country to disappear at an alarming rate.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Canada is steeped in historic waterways – let’s dive into a few!

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Pacific populations are dwindling to a scary new low.

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Angella Goran is cycling across Canada to promote the natural world

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You’ve vowed not to eat farmed salmon, but you’re not really sure how to go about buying wild. Let’s go shopping together, shall we?

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<p>Environment Canada research scientist and guest speaker at CWF’s 2008 Issues Forum, Dr. Nick Lunn, has tracked down the effects of climate change on the Western Hudson Bay polar bear population.</p>

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Which Canadian animals will happily eat the same thing for their whole lives? Keep reading to find out!

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You can make a serious difference to these pollinators!

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How does pollination really work and what species are in charge of this important job? Keep reading and you’ll learn all that and more.

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<p>By Megan Findlay<br>As the days get longer and the nights grow warm, many animals across the country feel the tug of springtime rituals. They may have the instinct, and they may have the mate—but what happens if they don’t have the habitat?</p>

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CWF at the International Marine Protected Areas Congress

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<p>CWF recently donated $10,000 in funding to the Lac Saint-Pierre Zip Committee for their research efforts on protecting the sauger fish through the identification of spawning grounds and migration patterns.&nbsp; The sauger, a North American fish that belongs to the perch family, is considered the most economically valuable species in Canada’s inland waters as well as a major importance for the sport fishing sector, especially in Quebec.&nbsp; The change in recent years in size of the walleye and the sauger, as well as the decreasing quantity of the species demonstrates signs of problems in the population.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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To help celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary, check out our 13 provincial and territorial floral emblems and how they are important to both our history and our wild spaces.

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Wildlife news from Quebec.

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<p>Last year we wrote about the threats facing red knots and how CWF is working to help this migratory bird. Find out how the red knot is doing now.</p>

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Canada’s turtles need some help. Find out what you can do!

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<p>With a $7,500 grant from the Canadian Wildlife Foundation, Mark S. Boyce and Bogdan Cristescu, researchers with the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta, are examining the result of open-pit mining on grizzly bear behaviour.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Know which species are at-risk? Keep up to date on COSEWIC’s assessments right here with CWF.</p>

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Grab your umbrella and put on your wellies. Let’s chat about April showers!

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<p>Why Is the North Atlantic Right Whale Having Such a Hard Time in the Baby-Making Department?<br>By Annie Langlois</p>

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<p><strong>By Heather Robison</strong><br><br>OAR Northwest and the Canadian Wildlife Federation Join Forces for Two Ocean Rowing Expeditions.</p>

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Witnessing British Columbia’s amazing salmon spawn

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He’s making his list and checking it twice. Can you guess which animals would be at the top of Santa’s naughty and nice list? We’d bet some of these critters would be getting a lump of coal in their stocking this year!

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With a $5,000 grant from the Canadian Wildlife Foundation, Bird Studies Canada brings a whole new meaning to bird watching with its satellite tracking program.&nbsp;

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<p>Grasslands once spanned the southernmost tip of Ontario and went as far north as Georgian Bay, but due to continued development and invasive species they are now one of the most endangered ecosystems in the world. So what is being done to help conserve this rapidly disappearing ecosystem and its inhabitants? To date, the Canadian Wildlife Federation has contributed over $15,000 to the Muskoka Wildlife Centre’s (MWC) Habitat Stewardship Program to educate youth about the conservation of grasslands and what role they can play to help local species at risk.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Entanglement is taking its toll on this Endangered species.

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They May Be the Lions of the Sea, but They Need Our Help More than Ever.

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<p>Students at the Chilliwack Education Centre are helping to prevent marine pollution and conserving aquatic habitat.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Great things happen when experts and average Canadians get together with the hopes of conserving our wildlife species.

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<p>CWF funding is helping researchers find new areas and identify overwintering spots for the snake.</p>

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<p>The largest of the caribou subspecies, the woodland caribou is widely distributed throughout the boreal forest, from the island of Newfoundland to British Columbia. Despite its vast range, the boreal population of woodland caribou is listed as threatened by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) and endangered in British Columbia. One of the main reasons numbers are dropping is that fewer calves are surviving their first year of life. The main cause is predation. More calves are being preyed on by wolves and black bears than ever before.</p>

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A Response to the NRDC’s report Net Loss: The Killing of Marine Mammals in Foreign Fisheries

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We challenge you to make your cottage more wildlife-friendly this summer. Are you up to the task?

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<p>A beast of a fish, the basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus) is the second largest fish in the world, growing up to 15 metres in length. But due to low birth rates, slow growth, late maturity, small population and ship strikes, the basking shark is at risk.</p>

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Do you enjoy summers at the cottage? If so, check out the Love Your Lake program. Your lake — and its ecosystem — will thank you.

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Give your cell a break, get outside and join the CWF Great Canadian Camp Out!

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<p><strong>By April Overall</strong></p> <p>Think birds are low on the totem pole of intelligence? Think again.<br><br></p>

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The assessment of 52 wildlife species by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) in November has highlighted a need for more attention to our species at risk. <p></p>

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Notice anyone familiar attending your festive celebrations?

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<p>The spotted turtle (<em>Clemmys guttata</em>), has 104 populations, all of which call southern Ontario and Quebec home. No matter how tough their shells are, these reptiles are struggling for survival as they are faced with threats such as road mortality, predation, agriculture and pollution. Moreover, habitat destruction and capture for the pet trade are heightened when turtles congregate for breeding in the spring and hibernation in the fall. In the last 40 years, their numbers have declined by 35 per cent, leading the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) to list the species as endangered in 2004.</p>

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<p>The ruffle of a feather, an elaborate dance, long swims on the lake and a noisy serenade; love is in the air for Canadian wildlife. Courtship, mating rituals and even long-term relationships are integral to maintaining healthy species populations in the wild. Although animal courtship may not consist of flowers and candlelit dinners, some species show their romantic sides through both traditional and somewhat bizarre signs of affection.</p>

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It’s that time of year when we wonder if we’ll we get another few weeks of snow or glimpses of spring. More snow can be fun, after all, who can resist the chance to build one more snow bear?

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Why the Canadian Wildlife Federation is concerned about Chinook Salmon

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Roosting bats need all the help they can get during the warmer months

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<p>&nbsp;Orville Erickson Scholarship winners and PhD candidate at the University of Waterloo Jackie Dawson investigating how climate change will affect polar bear tourism in Churchill, Manitoba. </p>

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<p>By April Overall and Pam Logan</p> <p>With temperatures averaging -20˚C from December to March, it takes real gumption to make your home in the Arctic. But many mammals, birds and aquatic species rely on this climate to survive. So why is some arctic wildlife on the brink of extinction? <br>&nbsp;</p>

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Which animal is strongest? A. Wolverine B. Skunk C. Sea Otter

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We’ve released 4,000 Snapping Turtles in the Muskoka and Lake Simcoe area!

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<p>Winter. Some of us stow ourselves away, drinking hot chocolate by a crackling fire, only emerging from our warm abodes to head to work or stock up on groceries. Others relish the blustery weather, hit the slopes and make the hockey rink their second home. Wildlife is no different. They either embrace the cold or fight it.&nbsp;</p>

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Have you ever wondered how animals catch zzzzzzs?

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Would you free dive with sharks? This researcher tags them for his job.

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<p>The Canadian Wildlife Foundation recently donated $2,500 to Cam Stevens at the Alberta Conservation Association to research the effects of road crossings on the Arctic grayling in Alberta. <br>&nbsp;</p>

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Are we guilty of sheltering our children to a fault?

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<p><strong>By Stephanie Poff</strong></p> <p>Three billions birds call the boreal home. Find out just what makes the boreal such a hot spot for birds.<br><br></p>

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<p>Every autumn, approximately 60 million butterflies fly nearly 2,500 kilometres to central Mexico to escape the cold. But it seems this year’s trek has proven difficult for the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus), as it’s had the lowest population levels on record.</p>

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Nine facts that will make you marvel at bees

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<p>There’s no doubt Fluffykins is the perfect feline in your home, but once you let him outside he could be terrorizing the neighbourhood. Every year in Canada, 140 million birds and small animals are killed by domestic cats. According to the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies, 52 per cent of Canadians own pets, and 49 per cent of these owners have cats. These fluffy felines have big advantages over the competition. Native predators like owls, foxes, hawks and bobcats don’t have the luxury of protection from disease, predation or starvation. Moreover, domestic cats don’t play by the same rules as many native predators. Unlike many native predators, cats aren’t strictly territorial; they go where the prey is, upping their odds of catching more critters.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Plan a holiday party that Martha and Mother Nature would tip their hats to.</p>

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<p>When John Cabot sailed along the coast of Newfoundland in 1497, Atlantic cod (<em>Gadus morhua</em>) were so abundant they could be scooped up in buckets and hoisted aboard.</p>

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<p>By Sarah Jones</p> <p>From spiders to snakes, there are plenty of critters that give people the heebie-jeebies. But why the bad rap? You’d be surprised by how many creepy crawlies are actually beneficial to the environment and heroes in your own backyard.&nbsp;</p>

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As some of our nation’s plants are losing ground, CWF is stepping in to offer a helping hand.

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Be in the Know About These Harmful Chemicals in Your Backyard

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<p>By April Overall</p> <p>Approximately 4.2 million Canadians brave the nippy weather for the love of winter sports. And with the 2010 Olympic Winter Games just around the corner, Canadians are chomping at the bit to lace up their skates or hit the slopes in the New Year. But climate change is threatening to end all our winter fun.&nbsp;</p>

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In 2017, 12 North Atlantic Right Whales died in Canadian waters. Five more died in U.S. waters. With about 430 individuals remaining, we need to do everything we can to save these precious marine mammals. Can we avoid another catastrophe like last summer?

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CWF researchers have uncovered a rare gem in the Gatineau Park

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<p>Being born. Taking your first step. Losing your first love. Getting married. Giving birth. We’re no strangers to journeys. They propel life forward. Take Five’s regular contributor, Stephanie Bonner, is taking a grand journey of her own this October—from Miss to Mrs.&nbsp; Her leap into matrimony has gotten us thinking about all the great journeys that life has to offer. Let’s delve in to nature’s top five greatest journeys: the ones that bring species thousands of kilometres from home.</p>

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McGill Students’ Advice for Conservationists

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How fishermen are becoming the champions in conservation

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How aquatic invasive species worm their way into our waters By Annie Langlois

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<p>By Stephanie Bonner</p> <p>Au revoir. Auf wiedersehen. Sayonara. Don’t you hate goodbyes? The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) recently concluded that nearly one-third of species across the globe are threatened with extinction. Are you ready to say farewell?&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>With its bold and bright orange wings speckled with white dots and lined in a thick black border, the monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) might just be the most recognizable butterfly in Canada. </p>

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How one tree became the symbol of a nation

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What really happened on that dreadful day, and how do we avoid more?

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Let’s take a walk down memory lane with one of Canada’s most iconic species.

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Let’s take a walk down memory lane with this iconic species.

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One fish that made quite the impact on Canadian history and culture

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<p>Every year, key themes come to light when the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada meets to discuss and review species at risk.<b> </b>One of these themes, which has emerged for years now, is the threat that urbanization-related issues pose to wildlife.<b> </b></p><b> </b><p><b></b>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>By Annie Langois<br><br>Think rainforests are exclusive to the Amazon? Think again. Read on to learn why these ecosystems rule and just how far their power extends.</p>

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<p>Endangered Species Research Gets a Helping Hand from CWF</p>

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How One Bird Made the Leap From Endangered To Thriving

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Diving into History with this Endangered Marine Mammal

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Why are researchers turning to everyday people like you and I for a helping hand in conservation?

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<p>As a non-migratory species, the northern bottlenose whale’s Scotian Shelf population spends approximately 57 per cent of its time at the entrance of the Gully. The six- to nine-metre mammal is the most curious of all whales and often approaches stationary vessels.</p>

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Discover how this iconic bird made its mark on Canadian culture through the years.

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<p>The Canadian Wildlife Foundation is granting $4,000 to Dr. Don Stewart, professor of biology at Acadia University to gather data on the habitat preferences of two shrew species at risk in Nova Scotia: the North American water shrew and the Maritime shrew. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has listed both small mammals as of least concern on the IUCN Red List. <br>Maritime Shrew</p>

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Here are some other facts about bats that most people aren’t aware of:</p>

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<p>By April Overall<br>With rising temperatures due to climate change, wildlife is playing a pretty similar game, trying their darndest not to end up burned by climate change. Which animals will be left standing, sans hot potato? We’re betting on these guys. </p>

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How do animals know when they should stop hibernating?

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Tips and Tricks: Plant Photo Tips

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<p>This month’s Take Five is the second part of a two month feature on wildlife and where they go during Canadian winters. Some species migrate to different places while others tough it out where they are! For December, we’re looking at some cool facts about the species that stick around.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This month’s <em>Take Five</em> is the first of a two-part feature about wildlife and where they go during Canadian winters. Some species migrate to different places while others tough it out in the cold! This issue, we’ll be looking at five of Canada’s more colourful migratory species.</p>

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<p>The morning after a snowstorm is the best time to find your inner sleuth and go tracking in the backyard. Many animals are nocturnal and conduct their business under the protection of dense cover. But thanks to freshly fallen snow, we can garner clues as to how they live.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Canadian Wildlife Foundation recently donated $5,000 to David M. Bird, Professor of Wildlife Biology and Director of the Avian Science and Conservation Centre, to research the potential benefits of using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in wildlife conservation. <br>&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>By Stephanie Poff</strong></p> <p>Old trees prove why they deserve to be shown a little respect.<br><br></p>

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<p>By Stacey Scott</p> <p>Every Halloween, troops of tykes make their way door to door in their most terrifying costumes, shouting, “Trick or treat!” in hopes of loading up on candy. But it seems tricks aren’t just for kids after all. Many wild creatures don spooky disguises, too –&nbsp; but for some critters, trickery is their main defence against becoming a treat. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>CWF is supporting one of Canada’s most colourful creatures – the at-risk western painted turtle</p>

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<p>Originally native to Eurasia, Russian thistle (<em>Salsola kali</em>) has become naturalized to the point of being considered commonplace across the Canadian prairies. More than just a noxious weed, Russian thistle is actually an invasive plant species that competes with Canada’s native plants for valuable space and resources, often to the detriment of native ecosystems and local wildlife. With a $7,500 grant from the Canadian Wildlife Federation, University of Alberta (U of A) MSc Candidate Tim Antill, along with U of A professor Dr. Anne Naeth, will be investigating the impact of Russian thistle on native ungulate habitat in montane grasslands.&nbsp;</p>

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The latest developments on Great Basin Spadefoot Toads and Western Toads

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<p>Belugas in the St. Lawrence area of Quebec live at the southernmost edge of the species’ range and are isolated from other belugas which are found in northern and Arctic waters. </p>

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They’re on the move! How to avoid wildlife on the road this autumn.

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<p>Canada holds more than one-fifth of the Earth’s fresh water resources, all of which reside in the 1,235,000 kilometre² span of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Basin. Without these resources, 40 million people would be without drinking water, including 10 million Canadians and 30 million<br>Americans. Without them, nearly 4,000 species of plants, fish and animals would lose their habitat.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>By April Overall<br>The minute it seems Jack Frost has bid Canada adieu for the year, people across the country make a mass exodus for cottage country. But what if, *gasp*, you’re minus a cottage? Don’t worry. You can bring the cottage to you! Building a pond is just the ticket to creating a serene oasis in your own backyard – equipped with croaking toads to boot.</p>

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<p>From the smallest droplet to the tallest glacier, water is considered to be precious worldwide. Not only does it cover nearly 70 per cent of our planet, but most plants and animals consist mainly of water as well. It is the primary source of life for plants, insects and mammals, and is essential to our well being. It is a religious symbol of devotion and purity and plays a large role in the history of Canada. Rivers to Oceans Week, a flagship program of CWF, pays homage to this life giving role of water every June 8 to 14.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Canadian willdife news from Western Canada

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<p>Are lichens recovering from the mountain pine beetle epidemic?<br>By Jerika Bradford</p>

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<p>By April Overall<br>Every girl likes to be romanced a little. Some flowers. Extra points if they’re her favourite. A dinner out at the city’s latest hot spot. Oh yes. The smooth guy gets the girl for a reason. So guys, if you’re listening, never underestimate the power of romance.&nbsp; Need a little help in the love department? Take a cue from Mother Nature. Some animals are remarkably in synch with their ability to show they care for one another.</p>

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The exotic pet trade is putting wildlife and their habitats at risk. This is a global problem – and one that’s having a negative impact on Canada’s wildlife.

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<p>The killer whale is an iconic Canadian species that instils in many of us a sense of majestic wonder. However, these mammals are under serious pressure, from the quality of water they reside in to the impacts of climate change. It’s no wonder that the killer whale is a species at risk. <br>&nbsp;</p>

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As climate change modifies winter conditions, invariably many species will feel an effect.

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<p>Jade Brown lives in London, Ontario. She’s your typical Canadian living a typical life. She’s also proving that anyone can make a difference. Her garden is just off a busy four-lane street, yet it is also a lush wildlife oasis. As more and more of Canada’s wild areas are turned into subdivisions and shopping malls, wildlife, such as migrating songbirds, are relying more heavily on the average garden to meet their basic needs.&nbsp; </p>

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<p><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;" lang="EN-GB">Many of the popular plants in today’s gardens are imported from other parts of the world. In fact, there are companies that specialize in going overseas to find new plants to introduce to the North American landscape. Yet native plants are making a comeback, and more and more people are emphasizing them. Why is this taking place?</span></p>

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What happens when a Canadian animal migrates hundreds of kilometres away from home?

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How Kids are Saving This Majestic Butterfly

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Is wind power the answer to our energy needs?

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<p>How make your garden a cold-weather refuge</p>

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Getting your garden ready for winter is easier than you think!

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<p>North Atlantic blue and right whales are disappearing from our waters. </p>

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Individually we are one drop. Together we are an ocean.

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From coast to coast, organizations are coming together to rescue marine animals.

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How can one change make a difference for this delicate butterfly? Read on to find out.

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CWF wants to help you deck the halls…sustainably. Read on and we’ll land you your perfect Christmas tree!

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<p>As the days become cooler and shorter, it is time to go outside and see what we don’t really see every day: the colours of our changing landscape. The multitude of shades comes to us via tree leaves, shrubs and grasses changing colours. Why not try and preserve them?&nbsp;</p>