Ah, the Rufous Hummingbird; a common - yet seemingly rare - bird that captures our attention and makes us stare in awe. Their pattern of flight is mysterious, moving in a way that one would imagine a futuristic spaceship to do (or, for the conspiracy theorists, in a way that the current UFOs move). Given …
Taricha granulosa, or the 'Rough-skinned Newt', is the only newt species in British Columbia. Confined to the coast, the Rough-skinned Newt relies on wetlands for breeding, while foraging is conducted in open seral and mixed forests near permanent water (including wetlands). Their principal targets when foraging are slugs and worms, while also commonly preying on …
The B.C. Wildlife Federation, in conjunction with the David Suzuki Foundation, World Wildlife Fund Canada, South Coast Conservation Program, and Ducks Unlimited, are proud to announce a wetlands declaration. The partnership is committed to: Protecting 100 percent of the remaining wetlands in British Columbia's Lower Mainland from further loss and degradation, and restore at least …
This week, we chose to get a close-up on one of our favourite wetland species - the Coastal Tailed Frog (Ascaphus truei). Neil Fisher - our selected photographer - displays the complexity and delicacy of these tiny frogs in striking detail. The frog's bulging golden-flaked eyes reflect the intricacy and their unique personality and, like …
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The American Mink is an interesting and abundant - yet often overlooked - animal. While it is native to North America, human intervention has expanded its range to Europe (and to a lesser extent, South America). While the American Mink resembles your typical weasel, its larger size and stout form are key differentiators. With a long …
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