Although the terms “rabbit” and “hare” are often used interchangeably, did you know that rabbits and hares are actually different animals? While both animals belong to the same family, Leporidae,
What is biodiversity? Biodiversity can be defined as the variability of all living organisms in all ecosystems (including terrestrial, marine, etc.) and the ecological functions and complexes that they contribute
There are exactly 21 days left until the first day of spring (but who’s counting) and while you wait for warmer weather, here’s a list of a few parks in
One of the most critical components to a successful rehabilitation and release of a wild animal in AWIC’s care is the enclosures we keep them in. When a patient is
2017 was a big year for AIWC, with over 1,400 patients admitted to the centre for care. As we have now transitioned into the second month 2018 (and our 25th
When the weather turns bitterly cold, there’s nothing better than finding a cozy spot and settling into a good book. To get you through the rest of this cold spell,
What are grizzly bears? The grizzly bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) is a subspecies of brown bear found across North America. Varying in colour from blonde to almost black, Grizzly Bears
Imagine growing up in isolation. Not learning language from your parents or any other people. How well do you think you would be able to communicate with other people? Probably
With winter now in full swing in Alberta, sightings of wildlife this time of year may be rarer than usual. But what do animals do during the winter? Do they
What are Burrowing Owls? Burrowing owls (Athene cunicularia) are a small species of owl distributed across select regions of North and South America (Alberta Burrowing Owl Recovery Plan 2012-2017). Approximately
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