Introducing three key biodiversity areas (KBAs) in Canada: K’ómoks, Grasslands National Park, and Baccalieu Island. These sites are critical for species like the Surf Scoter, Greater Sage-Grouse, and Leach’s Storm-Petrel. Despite ongoing conservation efforts, threats such as habitat destruction and climate change persist. Continued stewardship and monitoring are crucial for ...

Each spring, one of Canada’s most spectacular natural sights can be witnessed in the shortgrass prairies at dawn—the Chestnut-collared Longspur’s captivating display flight. This once-common grassland songbird is a powerful symbol of what’s at stake. Our feature story for this month takes us on a journey to southern Alberta as ...

What’s the importance of muskrats for marsh birds? Find out in the new issue of “Marsh Monitor”. With the program celebrating their 30th anniversary, the team speaks to the value of having data span so many years. In their words “things are getting really interesting”!