Wetlands in the winter: cold, frozen, and quiet. Few are willing to brave these conditions, but those that do are highly rewarded when they venture into a local wetland. As Brian Hampson's photo shows in this Photo of the Month, wetlands in the winter present an exceptional environment to experience. While many of the oft-associated …
It's that time again. The time for holiday decor, new years resolutions, baked goods, and top 10 lists! And it was certainly another exciting year for wetlands around the world and in Canada. Here is our top 10 list with a wetland twist (and bonus points awarded to BC stories). _ Revelstoke airport wetlands. Image …
There's no denying it: wetlands play a critical role in providing habitats for a variety of life. Studies have found that over 900 species require wetlands, with 64% of all endangered and threatened animal species needing access to them during some point in their life. In Canada, approximately 45 of the 95 species classified as …
Calm water, reflections of the sky shimmering on the surface, and the faint sounds of animals nearby. November's photo of the month by Mark Faviell, "reflections of a river", demonstrates the joy and serene beauty that wetlands, bodies of water, and other landscapes can provide. While examining Mark's photo, you may feel a bit of enjoyment. …
This month's Photo of the Month, by photographer Neil Fisher, shows a juvenile bald eagle perched on a fallen tree in the midst of a drenching rain. The tree's perfect parallel guides my attention towards the left side of the image, as I envision a pristine wetland past the photo's edge. Not only is the …
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