Wildlife
sightings are often the highlight of any nature outing — the
memories stay with us for a lifetime. Indulge your natural passions as you browse through our selection of articles.
Rescuing Birds
- Sometimes birds need your help. Read our article to find out
the do's and don'ts of bird rescue. |
Learning How To
Observe Wildlife - With today's busy life style,
we always seem to be in a hurry and rarely have time to enjoy
the simple things. Here are some tips for a successful wildlife
observation journey. |
Ladybugs
- Bright, beautiful, and easy-going ladybugs are hard not to
like. Find out some interesting facts about these interesting
creatures. |
The Moose
- The moose is the largest member of the deer family. Our article
discusses the anatomy, behaviours and predators of one of Canada's
best known animals. |
The Skunk
- These mammals are best known for their ability to excrete
a strong, foul-smelling odour. Find out why a skunk sprays and
other fascinating facts about this nighttime prowler in our
featured article. |
There's
Life In Dead Trees - Most people realize how important
living trees are to the environment. But what about dead trees?
We now know that dead and dying trees are very important to
the health of a forest. Find out why, and what you can do to
help to keep our forests healthy. |
Go Batty For
Bats! - This article features information about
where bats live, what type of homes they live in, and how they
help out humans. |
Enjoying Birds
- Learning to identify birds by their songs and calls can be
fun. Our guide offers some songs and calls of North American
birds to help you get started. |
Wiggly
Wiggling Worms - What could possibly be appealing
about a slimy, crawling creature that lives in dirt? While we
might not think earthworms are pretty, none of us would be here
without them! Find out what they do for us, and what we
can do for them! |
Tips For
Bird-Friendly Living - There are many things that
we can do to help save and protect birds. The simple things
we do every day are all important factors in bird conservation.
This article provides some steps that anyone can take to live
cleaner, greener, and more bird-friendly. |
The Beaver
- The beaver is North America's largest rodent and the national
animal of Canada. Find out more interesting facts in this article. |
Ecological
Footprint - An ecological footprint is a way to
measure the amount of environmental resources that a person
uses on earth. Find out what your "footprint" is, and how you
can improve it. |
Canadian
Goose Rescue - For two years, caring volunteers
have helped rescue lone Canadian Geese that were too weak to
fly south for the winter. Read their inspiring story. |
Raccoons
- One of the most adaptable species of wildlife, raccoons are
found throughout temperate North America and range as far south
as South America. Check out this article for interesting facts
and find out how you can humanely raccoon-proof your
home. |
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