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Author: naturenl

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Second annual Grad Student Talks a success

by Laura King Nature NL was lucky to have three bright and motivated graduate students from Memorial University speak with us last week. Being able to hear about cutting edge research…

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Winter Gull Workshop 2017 – Trip report

Megan Boucher & Laura King It was a cold day at Quidi Vidi Lake in St. John's with low numbers of gulls however we had a great turnout of 35…

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Parks Canada consultations

Parks Canada consultations about the future of our national parks are available until January 27th 2017. They are interested in your ideas. letstalkparkscanada.ca/about/how-to-participate Take the time to submit your thoughts…

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Air, Land, & Sea: Grad Student Research Talks

Continuing the popular tradition of having graduate students from Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) share their research with us at Nature Newfoundland and Labrador, we'll hear from three passionate science…

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Arctic Hare Sightings

Arctic Hare are native to Newfoundland and Labrador and are distributed throughout several regions on the island portion of the province. Population levels for Arctic Hare appear to be stable…

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Red Crossbill Recovery Efforts

Red Crossbill are a medium-sized finch, which uses its crossed beak to pry open conifer cones. The Newfoundland subspecies, percna, are listed as endangered under both provincial and federal endangered…

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Lichen Field Trip to Sir Robert Bond Park (2016-08-20)

Saturday, August 20th was a fine day at Sir Robert Bond Park in Whitbourne. Sunshine, a light breeze, and cool morning temperatures made for perfect field conditions. Sixteen enthusiasts joined naturalist…

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The Annual Charlie Horwood Pink Lady Slipper Fieldtrip, 2016-06-18

En route to the University’s Vivarium parking lot for the 10:00 am start of the field trip this June 18, 2016, my car thermometer read plus three degrees. That prompted one…

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R. John Gibson 1931-2016

On May 7th, Nature Newfoundland and Labrador lost one of our stalwarts.  Dr. R. John Gibson, scientist, naturalist, and conservationist, passed away peacefully at his home on the shores of…

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Time to Act on Biodiversity and Species at Risk in Newfoundland and Labrador

Red-necked Phalarope  is a small shorebird that appears to be in decline. This species is proposed to be listed Special Concern under the Species at Risk Act. (Photo By Elma from Reykjavík [CC…

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Happy #BirdFactFriday Seed-dependent birds such a Happy #BirdFactFriday  Seed-dependent birds such as the American Goldfinch rely on wildflowers not only for food but also for nesting materials. By planting native wildflowers on your property, you can provide essential habitat and nourishment for these beautiful birds. Native blooms boost biodiversity and support a variety of bird and wildlife species. Goldfinches, for example, are especially fond of fibrous seeds from plants like thistles.  Planting wildflowers is a simple way to make a big difference for your local bird populations! 🌻🐦  This media is part of our Birding Without Barriers program, supported by NatureHood, a Nature Canada initiative.  #Merlin #Americangoldfinch #backyardbirding #biodiversity #NatureNL
Happy #WetlandWednesday! How do wetlands support Happy #WetlandWednesday!  How do wetlands support life?   Wetlands combine features of both unique land and water ecosystems. This creates a variety of microhabitats such as shallow open water, muddy edges, tall grasses, and submerged plants; each supporting different species of plants, insects, birds, fish, and mammals.    Wetlands provide food, water, and shelter, creating safe spaces for countless species to thrive. Wetlands filter water, store carbon, and support rare and endangered wildlife. Making watlands is one of the most important ecosystems on Earth. 💚  Protecting wetlands means protecting biodiversity. 🌍✨  This media is supported by Aquatic Ecosystems Restoration Fund (AERF) made possible by @FisheriesOceansCAN in efforts of restoration and conservation of aquatic ecosystems in partnership with @aquaticconservationinitiative  #Wetlands #Biodiversity #NatureMatters #Conservation #Wildlife #Ecosystem
What's water quality monitoring and why should you What's water quality monitoring and why should you care? Find out in the November edition of Nature NL's Public Talks Series! 💧🔬  Join Nature NL for an evening with Aquatic Conservation Initiative to learn about water quality monitoring in oceans and wetlands and learn about Aquatic Conservation Initiatives various projects across the island of Newfoundland. In this public talk, Aquatic Conservation Initiative will speak to how they use water quality monitoring to achieve various project goals in Newfoundland and Labrador.  @aquaticconservationinitiative  #PublicTalks #Biology #Healthyecosystems #Wetlands #Waterquality #stem
🐦‍⬛Do you enjoy a cup of coffee while enjoy 🐦‍⬛Do you enjoy a cup of coffee while enjoying the birds in your backyard or when conducting scientific surveys? Have you heard of bird friendly coffee?  🌿 A lot of coffee farms clear forests and use pesticides that destroy bird habitat.
🐦 Bird Friendly Coffee, created by Smithsonian scientists is different, it’s grown under forest shade that provides safe habitat for birds and other wildlife.  Did you know "Three-quarters of the world’s coffee farms desforest habitat to grow coffee in the sun and often use harmful pesticides and fertilizers that poison the environment?"  "When forests disappear, migratory songbirds disappear, too. In order to combat population and habitat loss, scientists at the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center created the Bird Friendly certification."  ✅ Certified organic
✅ Supports healthy forests & fights climate change
✅ Helps farmers earn fair prices while protecting biodiversity  Every Bird Friendly coffee you buy helps protect forests and the birds that depend on them, as an added bonus your purchase helps non-for-profit organizations and registered charities such as Nature NL with a portion of the proceeds directly going to charity.   Purchase bird friendly coffee here: https://www.cafebirdfriendly.org/products/in-support-of-nature-newfoundland-and-labrador  #BirdFriendlyCoffee #Birdfactfriday
Happy #WetlandWednesday What is peat? 🌿 Peat Happy #WetlandWednesday  What is peat? 🌿  Peat is a type of partially decayed organic material that forms in wet, waterlogged environments such as bogs, fens, and marshes. It’s made up mostly of dead plant material such as mosses, grasses, and woody plants,  that decomposes very slowly because the soil is low in oxygen and acidic.  Peat stores carbon because waterlogged conditions in peatlands prevent dead plant material from fully decomposing, causing organic matter to build up over thousands of years into a carbon-rich soil!  Peat is neat!  This media is supported by Aquatic Ecosystems Restoration Fund (AERF) made possible by @FisheriesOceansCAN In efforts of restoration and conservation of aquatic ecosystems  #Peat #wetlands #Peatisneat #ACI #freshwater #Biodiversity
Happy Fall Migration! Fall is quite possibly the Happy Fall Migration!  Fall is quite possibly the most exciting time for bird watching. As many species leave Newfoundland and Labrador for warmer destinations, we also get the chance to spot rare migratory visitors, some just passing through, others blown off course by strong winds. A great time to keep your eyes (and binoculars!) on the skies, trees, and local wetlands.  Some ways you can help migratory birds this season:  💡 Turn off outdoor lights at night. Artificial lighting can disorient migrating birds, leading to collisions or exhaustion that may prevent them from completing their journey.  🍽️ Keep feeders and bird baths clean. This helps prevent the spread of disease among visiting birds.  🌿 Create bird-friendly habitat. If you have space, plant native grasses, flowers, and shrubs to provide food and shelter.  🚫 Avoid pesticides. Even those not directly toxic to birds can harm the insects and plants they depend on, and can pollute waterways.  🐱 Keep cats indoors. It’s safer for both wildlife and your pets.  #BirdFactFriday  This media is part of our Birding Without Barriers program, supported by NatureHood, a Nature Canada initiative.  #Naturehood #Birders #NatureCanada #NatureNL #MigratoryBirds
Did you know we have 5 main wetland types here in Did you know we have 5 main wetland types here in Newfoundland?  Happy #WetlandWednesday 🌲  This media is supported by Aquatic Ecosystems Restoration Fund (AERF) made possible by @FisheriesOceansCAN In efforts of restoration and conservation of aquatic ecosystems  Photo Credits 📸 @atlanticducks @ducksunlimitedcanada  #wetlands  #ProtectOurPlanet  #NatureMatters #GreenPlanet #SustainableFuture #EcoWarrior #PlanetEarth #ClimateAction #Biodiversity #NatureLovers #HealthyEcosystems #ConservationInAction #ExploreNature
🦇 Join us October 25th in Conception Bay South 🦇 Join us October 25th in Conception Bay South for a free family friendly guided walk with local bat expert and Nature NL volunteer, Lia!  We’ll explore the Manuels River Trail, chat about bats and the natural space around us, and we might even spot a bat box along the way!
Feeling creative? Come dressed in your best bat-inspired look!  We will be meeting at the Manuels River Hibernia Center parking lot.  See photo in the event discussion section for a detailed map regarding meeting place.  Event link:  https://www.facebook.com/share/19r5b3fNTr/  #Bats #Naturewalk #batwalk #ExploreNL
Introducing Birding Without Barriers! We set out Introducing Birding Without Barriers!  We set out to create a program that fosters an inclusive, welcoming space to connect kids, families, newcomers, and marginalized communities to nearby nature in meaningful and accessible ways. This vision inspired the launch of Birding Without Barriers, because nature and birding is for everyone!  What to expect:  We are inviting community groups to become partners on this inclusive, educational birding program funded by Nature Canada’s NatureHood initiative.  🐦Exclusive NL Bird-Watching 101 Session delivered in-person at your facility (or another accessible space), providing an introduction to beginner bird-watching and highlighting free tools and resources so participants can continue on their own. This session will be adapted to the specific needs of your group.  🦆Priority Registration for Terra Nova Migratory Bird Sanctuary Field Trip with an experienced naturalist. This fully funded excursion.  🦉Invitations to Monthly Public Guided Walks and Talks (talks are virtual, hikes are in-person and family friendly). These are great ways to get active and grow your naturalist knowledge base.  🦃Invitations to 3 Virtual Bird Learning Nights, designed to deepen and grow birding skills.  If you want to become a community partner please contact us at naturenl@naturenl.ca!  We will also be launching a fun social media champagne featuring bird facts and highlights every Friday! #BirdFactFriday
Last week we completed the Green Shores Level 1 & Last week we completed the Green Shores Level 1 & 2 training offered by TransCoastal Adaptations. Our goal is to use the valuable knowledge passed down from these training sessions to create strong informed project foundations and promotion of shoreline ecosystem protection. 🌊  @tcadaptations 
#GreenShores
📷photo Credit: Kelly Umlah
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