Conservation
Bat Basics
By Courtney Collins, AIWC Volunteer Did you know that bats are the only mammals that can fly? Not only are they incredible fliers, but they
Wildlife
Birds
MIGRATORY BIRD SPECIES PROFILE: OSPREY
By Maureen Perry Early morning presents a chill that gets under the skin and is hard to shake off. It seems like fall is already
Conservation
Urban Coyotes: Our extremely adaptable wild neighbours
By Alisha Kadam Meet your coyote neighbours Coyotes are a small canine species that are found throughout Alberta and all of North America. Typically, coyotes
Education
SOS: Save our skunks!
By Marissa Hansen Meet your neighbours Skunks are nocturnal mammals that are known for their black and white fur and their distinct smell. These animals
Education
Scent and Security
Learn all about the “cloaking devices” baby hares and deer use to keep themselves safe when they are first born!
Birds
Nesting Mallards: What Happens and How Can We Help?
By Willow Pawlak About Mallards The shiny blue wing speculum and bright green head of breeding males make mallards one of the most recognizable duck
Birds
Baby Birds: When to help, and when to watch
By Hadeel Abbas Mythbusting: Human Scent We often hear that a mother bird will abandon its young if a human has touched it, due to
Birds
Birds of Prey: Predators in Peril
Birds of prey are vitally important animals to many Alberta ecosystems. Learn more about birds of prey and how you can help protect them here!
Conservation
Rabbits, Hares, and the Problems with “Releasing” Domestics
Releasing domestic rabbits isn’t a kindness. Learn more about the difference between hares and rabbits, and why one can survive here in Calgary!
Birds
Species Profile: Tundra Swans
By Robyn Maerz Southern Swans It was a late winter’s day in northern California, and the flock of tall white birds were honking sonorously among
