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Paddle Holland River

August 9, 2024–Noah Cole

Hi! We have some creatures and nests to find on the path of the Bradford Bypass. I’ll be bringing my canoe and lifejacket and a list of what we are ...

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Red-Headed Woodpecker Among 15 New Species Added to Species at Risk in Ontario

May 26, 2021–Maya Davidson

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Birds•Species at Risk

Red-headed woodpecker © Ken Gibson CC BY-SA 2.0

Any birder who’s seen one, will tell you about the excitement of spotting a red-headed woodpecker. With a striking crimson head and a loud, harsh call, this unmistakable woodpecker takes ...

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The Endangered Species Act Review: Ten Things You Need to Know

February 27, 2019–Ontario Nature Staff

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Species at Risk

Red-headed woodpecker © Dan Rockafellow

Citizens groups across Ontario are sounding the alarm about the provincial government’s plans to amend the Endangered Species Act, 2007 (ESA). Here’s what you need to know:  1. The overall ...

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Early Spring Birding in Ontario: Tundra Swans, Sandhill Cranes and Osprey

April 17, 2014–Noah Cole

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Birds

Tundra swans and red-winged blackbirds © Noah Cole

As our cold long winter finally came to an end, the bird sounds outside my window enticed me to get outside and observe the early spring migration. On-line bird forums ...

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Miracle Days

February 21, 2013–Julia Zarankin

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Birds

Snowy owl © Tim Zurowski

What often starts out as a lackluster birding day frequently yields amazing finds. But the best days happen when you arrive with few expectations and simply let the day unfold. ...

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