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Saving Endangered Whitebark Pine | Field Notes | Parks Canada

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Ever heard of a cone cage or climbing gear being used to save a tree?

Whitebark pine trees are struggling to survive — but Parks Canada is stepping in to help. From snowy mountaintops to seed-saving missions, our crew is working hard to give this endangered tree a fighting chance.

See how we’re protecting this vital species.

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Planting the Future: Restoring Forests in Gros Morne | Parks Canada

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Did you know that Gros Morne National Park is restoring its forests by planting more than one million native trees?

For years, forest ecosystems in the park were heavily impacted by moose overbrowsing. Moose, an introduced species in Newfoundland, caused significant damage to native vegetation. In response, Parks Canada launched a moose population reduction program in 2011, which has led to healthier forests across the park.

However, some areas—known as “moose meadows”—were so degraded that natural recovery was not possible. To restore these sites, Parks Canada began an ambitious forest restoration

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Investigating Insects | Climate Crew | Parks Canada

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We’re getting up close and personal with the insect world!

In this episode of Parks Canada’s Climate Crew, we’re uncovering why insects, though tiny, are HUGE when it comes to biodiversity! (Yes, even the ones that are most often misunderstood… we’re looking at YOU flies!) Join Parks Canada, the Canadian Forest Service and the University of Guelph to explore Forillon National Park’s hidden world, where these tiny champions are feeling the pressures of climate change, and discover how we can help them thrive.

Find out what all the buzz is about

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