Ecology
The Northern Flying Squirrel: Acrobats of the Night Sky
By Katie Grant Alberta is home to a truly unique mammal among its many forest-dwellers. The northern flying squirrel doesn’t actually fly, but their ability
Ecology
Birds
Foraging Strategies in Shorebirds
By Courtney Collins If you’ve been to a beach or local wetland, there’s no doubt you’ve seen shorebirds! This diverse group of birds, in the
Birds
Eagles in Alberta
By Chelsea Blyth Alberta is home to two of North America’s most iconic birds of prey: the bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) and the golden eagle
Ecology
Alberta’s Ecological Architects: How Bison Shape Our Landscapes
By Natalia Galan In the heart of Alberta, the bison, both plains and wood bison, are more than just iconic symbols of the Canadian West.
Ecology
At Home in the Badlands
By Carley Goodreau The Lakota people first called them Mako Sica – directly translating to “bad lands,” the French: “les mauvaises terres a traveser,” –
Birds
Woodpeckers: Ecosystem Engineers
By Katie Grant Woodpeckers significantly influence the structure and function of their environments, making them a keystone species. The presence and activities of a keystone
Wildlife
Top 6 Mountain Marvels of Alberta
By Holly Hastings A symphony of species defying the odds exists in the airy domain of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains. Let’s countdown six extraordinary species that