Two Black Rhinos in Zambia, Apson and Kango, are at the heart of a critical relocation mission aimed at saving their species. Kango, a 14-year-old bull, was one of the first rhinos reintroduced to Zambia after poaching drove them to extinction in the 1990s. Now strong enough to fend for himself, he’s ready to leave his enclosure and make room for Apson, a young female who has strayed outside the safety of North Luangwa National Park and into poacher territory. Conservationists Ed Sayer and Claire Lewis lead the complex operation to … Continue
Algonquin Provincial Park: One Of Ontario’s Natural Wonders
Nestled in the heart of Ontario, Canada, Algonquin Provincial Park is a sprawling wilderness sanctuary that spans over 7,600 square kilometers. Established in 1893, it is one of the oldest and most beloved provincial parks in Canada.
Flora
Algonquin Provincial Park is home to a remarkable variety of plant life. The park’s forests are dominated by a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees. This mix creates a stunning display of colors, especially during the fall when the leaves turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow.
Fauna
Algonquin Provincial Park is renowned for its diverse and abundant wildlife. From … Continue
Phainopepla: Shining Robe
The handsome male Phainopepla is clad in sleek black plumage that inspired its name, a composite of the Greek words phainos (shining) and peplos (robe). The male also has striking white wing patches that are visible as he flies. Female and juvenile Phainopeplas are a more subtle ash-gray, with white edging on their wing feathers instead of the male’s bold white patches. Both sexes have bright red eyes, small, short bills, and ragged-looking crests.
Often described as a “black cardinal with a red eye,” the Phainopepla is actually unrelated … Continue
Celebrating The First International Bison Transfer
A family group of Plains Bison were moved across the U.S.-Canadian border this week as a gift from the Fort Peck Tribes in Montana to Mosquito Grizzly Bear’s Head Lean Man First Nations in Saskatchewan, marking the first time bison from Yellowstone National Park have crossed into Canada!
Read more at https://defenders.org/newsroom/historic-transfer-brings-yellowstone-bison-first-nations-canada
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Exploring Ontario’s Natural Wonders: A Journey Through Its National Parks And Nature Areas
Ontario; Canada’s second-largest province, is a land of breathtaking natural beauty. From the rugged shores of the Great Lakes to the dense boreal forests and pristine wilderness, Ontario is home to some of the most stunning national parks and nature areas in the country.
Algonquin Provincial Park
No discussion of Ontario’s natural spaces would be complete without mentioning Algonquin Provincial Park. Established in 1893, Algonquin is Ontario’s oldest provincial park and one of its most iconic. Spanning over 7,600 square kilometers, the park is a vast expanse of forests, lakes, and rivers. Algonquin … Continue