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Facts About Feathers & How We Help
By Sydney Nelson Birds are ubiquitous on Earth: they inhabit every continent and every ecosystem, from tundra to desert and wetland to rainforest. In Alberta
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Let’s Talk About Bird Tongues
by Jennea Frischke Have you ever thought about what bird tongues look like? They are very different from our tongues. Human tongues are primarily muscular,
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Unveiling the Intricate Mechanisms of Avian Waterproofing
by Julia Gaume Birds have a fascinating ability that sets them apart from other animals – their natural capability to keep themselves dry when in
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The Effect of Wind Turbines on Migratory Bats in Alberta
by Carley Goodreau Wind turbines, a mainstay in clean energy generation, have unexpected consequences for wildlife. Sadly, an estimated 47,400 bats are killed by wind
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Rodents and their Ever Growing Teeth
by Katie Grant When you see a rodent, you can almost guarantee they are either gnawing on something or grinding their teeth together. That is
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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been detected in Alberta, as well as many other provinces across Canada. “Avian Influenza: Avian influenza is a contagious
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Spotlight on AIWC’s Volunteers
By Cassidy Taylor, AIWC summer staff member and volunteer “Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.” Jane
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The Rescuers: Spotlight on an AIWC Volunteer
By Robyn Maerz If it wasn’t for a very hungry merlin and an extremely lucky red-breasted nuthatch, I might never have gotten involved in volunteering
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Feathers and Flight: An Interview with AIWC Veterinarian Dr. Jess
Learn how we care for feathers at AIWC!
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Going Batty – The Little Brown Bat
The little brown bat, or Myotis lucifugus is the most common bat in Alberta. Aptly named for its size and colour, the little brown bat
