Birds
Let’s Talk About bird tongues, AGAIN!
By Jennea Frischke After writing “Let’s Talk About Bird Tongues”, I’ve been so curious about other bird tongues. I covered three types of woodpecker tongues
Education
Education
Creating a Wildlife Haven: Tips for a Wildlife-Friendly Garden
by Chelsea Blyth Within Alberta’s landscapes, residents have an opportunity to cultivate thriving ecosystems right in their own backyard. By making conscious choices in garden
Education
Black Bear & Grizzly Bear Awareness & Ethics
by Chelsea Blyth Alberta is home to some of North America’s most magnificent wildlife, including the iconic black bear and grizzly bear. These impressive creatures
Education
Muskrats: Nature’s Engineers and Wetland Guardians
by Katie Grant Muskrats, often mistaken for their larger counterparts, beavers, are fascinating semi-aquatic rodents that play a crucial role in North America’s wetland ecosystems.
Animal Care
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,
Conservation
LIVING TOGETHER: COYOTES & HUMANS
by Katie Grant The coyote is a species of canine native to North America. It is one of the seven members of the Canidae family
Animal Care
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
Conservation
The Negative Impact of Domestic Species Released into the Wild
by Chelsea Blyth The release of domesticated animals into the wild, such as rabbits, amphibians, and cats, has far-reaching negative consequences for both the environment
Conservation
Antelope in Alberta? Pronghorn Species Profile
Pronghorns are instantly recognizable – from their curved horns to the white chevrons on their throats, they are aesthetically striking compared to other Albertan ungulates.
Birds
Herons of Alberta
by Courtney Collins Did you know Alberta has four species of heron, with an additional six species that have been sighted here but do not
