Kelp forests in the coastal ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest capture carbon and create biodiverse habitats for many species.
This is a collective space for people to share ideas, information and science.
Our goal is to raise awareness and increase literacy on biodiversity loss in Canada while emphasizing the need for immediate action. Our planet is currently facing a sixth mass extinction. Scientists have estimated that a number of species are at risk of disappearing 1,000 to 10,000 times their natural extinction rate with nearly 1 million species already threatened with extinction. If WE LIVE IN HARMONY WITH BIODIVERSITY and WORK WITH NATURE’S SYSTEMS, species will thrive, including humans.
With the help of his students, Ottawa science teacher Michael Léveillé catalogs the region’s biodiversity with iNaturalist.
Noise pollution and ship strikes create many challenges for endangered Southern Resident killer whales. That’s why researchers are developing new technologies to help protect them.
If we protect 30% of the ocean by 2030, we can halt biodiversity loss, ensure fish and food for all and maintain a healthy ocean that can cope with climate change.
Museums and galleries can often best promote and educate communities about biodiversity outside of their institutional walls.
Hibernation is more than a long nap. An animal’s metabolism changes, lowering its body temperature and slowing its heart rate and breathing.
Wetlands are often perceived as wastelands. But, they are crucial ecosystems in Canada for biodiversity and humans alike.
In this episode of What the f*** is biodiversity, Ann and Sheila talk about the importance of native bees in Canada.
In this episode of What the f*** is biodiversity, Ann and Bob some of the amazing conservation initiatives taking place across Canada.
In this episode of What the f*** is biodiversity, Ann and Hilary discuss how embracing the beauty of nature can help save biodiversity.
We hear the terms "protected areas" all the time, but what does it even mean? New research identifies ecosystem hotspots that Canada needs to protect.
A new global bee map highlights the importance of native bee species, many of which are often overshadowed by honeybees.