Birding for Beginners
If you’re looking for a new hobby, birding is a great way to spend time in nature and to learn more about your backyard biodiversity....
How kelp forests enhance biodiversity and fight climate change
Kelp forests in the coastal ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest capture carbon and create biodiverse habitats for many species. ...
King of the swamp: The story of an iNaturalist passion project
With the help of his students, Ottawa science teacher Michael Léveillé catalogs the region’s biodiversity with iNaturalist....
Taking it Outside: Biodiversity education beyond museum walls
Museums and galleries can often best promote and educate communities about biodiversity outside of their institutional walls....
5 reasons to love Canadian wetlands
Wetlands are often perceived as wastelands. But, they are crucial ecosystems in Canada for biodiversity and humans alike....
Podcast Episode 7
In this episode of What the f*** is biodiversity, Ann and Hilary discuss how embracing the beauty of nature can help save biodiversity....
What on earth are protected areas?
We hear the term "protected areas" all the time, but what does it even mean? New research identifies ecosystem hotspots that Canada needs to protect....
Why linking protected areas is crucial for wildlife movement
Linking protected areas ensures safer movement for wildlife and helps maintain healthy populations and overall ecosystem health....
Bird diversity is linked to human happiness
A recent study found that human happiness is linked to bird diversity. Learn how you can support birds in your community....
Soil is the foundation of our food web: We need to stop treating it like dirt
Earth's soil is an incredibly biodiverse habitat for many species. It's also the foundation of our food web and a rich source for life. ...
Drawing on evidence-based practice can help protect wildlife
Canada faces many challenges with conserving our biodiversity, but there are many evidence-based programs in place to help....
10 spectacular species to celebrate during the holiday season
The holidays are a great time to celebrate the resilience of Canadian species and to learn about the biodiversity that is all around us....