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Gannets abandon chicks at Cape St. Mary’s…again

Yet again parental Northern Gannets are abandoning their chicks at Cape St. Mary's - an event very reminiscent of the 2012 abandonment with almost the same timing. Like 2012, there…

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Nature and natural flood control in the heart of St. John’s: Long Pond and Rennie’s River

Nature Newfoundland and Labrador and Friends are celebrating this valuable part of our natural environment with an evening walk along the shores of Long Pond and part of Rennie’s River.…

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Comments on Rennies River Catchment Stormwater Management Plan

by J. D. Jacobs and R. J. Gibson Nature Newfoundland and Labrador “(In future planning and development) it will be necessary to keep in mind the location of land uses…

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Annual Charlie Horwood Memorial Pink Lady Slipper Orchid Walk

Delayed due to lateness of spring this year… New date: Thursday evening, June 26, 2014, 6:30 pm. Rain or shine! Meet at the MUN Vivarium Parking Lot, off Mount Scio…

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Whale Festival | Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site and Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium

Every year thousands of whales migrate to the waters off the east coast of Newfoundland and Labrador to feed. The Cape Spear - Petty Harbour region annually witnesses hundreds of…

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A Steward’s Perspective on the Avalon Wilderness Reserve

Public Lecture by Aaron O’Brien   Aaron O’Brien grew up in Cape Broyle on the Southern Shore of the Avalon Peninsula. He has a passion for wilderness areas and has…

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Annual NatureNL Long Pond Clean-up

Nature Newfoundland and Labrador will hold our annual clean-up of Long Pond on Saturday, May 10, 2014, starting at 10:00 a.m. Meet behind the “Splash” facility on the south side…

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Owl Walk at Butter Pot

Have you ever went owl watching? On April 27th, haul on some warm clothing and your rubber boots and join Park Manager Keith Brown for a late excursion of Butter…

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Nature NL April Talks @ The Rooms

Twice a year Nature NL collaborates with The Rooms to present talks on aspects of local natural history. These talks replace our regular third Thursday of the month ones. The…

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Newfoundland and Labrador Nocturnal Owl Survey

Calling all Owlers!  Bird Studies Canada would like to coordinate a volunteer Nocturnal Owl Survey (http://www.birdscanada.org/volunteer/natowls/) in Newfoundland and Labrador this spring  (April/May 2014).  First we need to know if…

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Happy #BirdFactFirday! We are sharing some @team_e Happy #BirdFactFirday! We are sharing some @team_ebird updates with you!  We know a lot of you love the eBird platform and for those who don't use eBird here is some cool information!  eBird reviews data from birders around the world to refine our understanding of bird species. These annual updates help track bird populations more accurately and highlight just how valuable everyday observations are.  There are three changes this year theinvolve species familiar to us here in Canada. But two out of the tree are more commonly noted in Newfoundland. Swipe through the photos to check them out and click the link below to read more about these changes.  Read more here: https://ebird.org/news/2025-taxonomy-update  #ebird #CitizenScience #birders
Check out what a day of waterbird surveying looks Check out what a day of waterbird surveying looks like in St. John’s! 🐦🌊
Julia, one of our amazing Waterbird Survey Volunteers, teamed up with Alexis, our Program Coordinator, to survey the Quidi Vidi area and St. John’s Harbour this past week. Here are some of their highlights! 📸✨  The Atlantic Canada Coastal Waterbird Survey is a collaboration of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the Canadian Wildlife Service, and Birds Canada to monitor parts of the Newfoundland coastline. Contracted to organizations such as ours.  The data collected by the Atlantic Canada Coastal Waterbird Survey will add to long-term data on the abundance and distribution of waterbird species along the coast. It also provides valuable baseline information in the event of a disaster such as an oil spill.  This data allows us to:  - Assess the annual changes and long-term trends in population size and distribution of coastal waterbirds in Atlantic Canada.
- Collect data that contribute to population estimates of coastal waterbird species in Atlantic Canada.
- Advance our understanding of the ecology and the effects of human activity on coastal waterbirds in Atlantic Canada.  #Waterbirds #Seabirds #Shorebirds #Conservation #Ducks #Nature #ECCC #DFO #CWS #BirdsCanada
Happy #WetlandWednesday! 🌿💧 Have a little f Happy #WetlandWednesday! 🌿💧  Have a little fun with us this week and find out which wetland species you are using the first letter of your first name, first letter of your last name, and your birth month.  Share your species in the comments, we want to see what you are!  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 #Waterfowl #Aquatic #Conservation
Normally we don't let rain stop us, however it is Normally we don't let rain stop us, however it is not ideal for birdwatching. It's always a hard decision to make when calling off a event like this but we promise we will be hosting another community bird watching event in the near future.
Happy #BirdFactFriday Since you’re all rightly Happy #BirdFactFriday  Since you’re all rightly obsessed (we are too 😉) with the quirky local names we’ve given birds here in Newfoundland and Labrador, we’re keeping the series going!  Welcome to Part 3 of Unique Bird Names of Newfoundland and Labrador.  More fun nicknames, more local charm, and more reasons to love our feathered neighbors! 🐦  Did you know here in Newfoundland and Labrador, we have our own bird lingo? Just like our local sayings and everyday expressions, many bird species here have unique common names that you likely won’t hear anywhere else!
Some species even share the same local name! While they are related, they’re actually two different birds altogether! No wonder bird identification can be tricky business around here.  Stay tuned as we dive into some of these fun local names together!  This media is part of our Birding Without Barriers program, supported by NatureHood, a Nature Canada initiative.  #BirdsOfNL #NLNature #Birding #BirdWatchers #ExploreNL #WildlifeWednesday #NatureLovers #AtlanticCanada #BirdNerd #NatureFacts #BirdEducation #ConservationCanada
It's #WetlandWednesday ‼ 💧 This week were ar It's #WetlandWednesday ‼ 💧  This week were are reviewing the importance of wetlands as fire buffers.  Wetlands work quietly and automatically during a wildfire emergency. They are nature’s living firebreaks that are saturated wet soils, peat, cool air, and lush vegetation forming natural barriers that flames struggle to cross. In this photo, you can actually see where the wetland created a protective buffer during the fire.  Wetlands have many roles during a wildfire emergency. They provide refuge for wildlife, offer a critical water source for firefighters, and support regeneration and recovery long after a fire has passed in addition to being a natural fire buffer.  While this image highlights the power of wetlands as natural fire buffers, it also shows how human activity can slowly damage these fragile spaces. Heavy quad use has compacted the wetland in this area, squeezing out air pockets, reducing water absorption, and causing water to run off quickly. That runoff carries surface soil into nearby water bodies, leading to sedimentation and degrading habitat. When quad damage occurs you can quickly see the negative impacts especially during abnormally dry summers.  These damages reduce the ability to properly store water leading to wetlands becoming too dry or the opposite where quad damage can cut off natural drainage systems causing flood.  When a wetland is damaged or lost, its buffering abilities disappear with it. Wetlands don’t bounce back quickly, recovery can take decades, and in some cases, may never occur without human intervention.  Protecting wetlands means protecting water, wildlife, and natural resilience. These quiet ecosystems work hard every single day. 🌿💧  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  Photo by: Alexis Cole  #Wetlands #Wildfireprotection #Healthyecocystems #ExploreNL #Savethewetlands
Have you checked out our online store? Whether y Have you checked out our online store?  Whether you’re shopping for someone special or treating yourself, our store has something for every nature admirer. 🌿  Most items are  handmade by our dedicated and knowledgeable volunteers!  Every purchase becomes a direct donation that helps us continue offering free public programming!  You can purchase Bird Friendly Coffee in collaboration with AVIA here: 
https://www.cafebirdfriendly.org/products/in-support-of-nature-newfoundland-and-labrador  Check out our shop: https://naturenl.ca/shop-woo/  #NatureShop #SupportLocal #SupportNature #NatureNL
Happy #BirdFactFriday Did you know here in Newfou Happy #BirdFactFriday  Did you know here in Newfoundland and Labrador, we have our own bird lingo? Just like our local sayings and everyday expressions, many bird species here have unique common names that you likely won’t hear anywhere else!  Some species even share the same local name! While they are related, they’re actually two different birds altogether! No wonder bird identification can be tricky business around here. 😉  Stay tuned as we dive into some of these fun local names together!
This media is part of our Birding Without Barriers program, supported by NatureHood, a Nature Canada initiative.  #BirdsOfNL #NLNature #Birding #BirdWatchers #ExploreNL #WildlifeWednesday #NatureLovers #AtlanticCanada #BirdNerd #NatureFacts #BirdEducation #ConservationCanada
Happy #WetLandWednesday Last week we talked wetla Happy #WetLandWednesday  Last week we talked wetlands and how they are like natures nursery for unique species, such as evergreen shrubs that rely on wetland habitats as a home.
We highlighted how evergreen shrubs, like the pictured Leatherleaf, depend on these habitats year-round. It’s a great reminder to think outside the box of what we usually picture when we think of evergreens.  This week we want to share a little bit about how specialized adaptations of evergreens make wetlands perfect homes.  🌿 Physical Adaptations  Thick, Waxy Cuticle - Leaves are coated in a waxy layer that reduces water loss through evaporation. ( A great feature for drought during very dry summers and cold dry winters.)  Needle-like or Leathery Leaves - Smaller surface area minimizes water loss and damage from snow or wind.  Sunken Stomata - Pores for gas exchange are recessed below the leaf surface, reducing water loss.  Flexible Branches - Bend easily under snow without breaking.  Evergreen Pigments - Retain chlorophyll and sometimes have protective pigments (like carotenoids) that prevent damage from cold or sun exposure.  ❄️ Physiological Adaptations  Produce sugars and proteins - Preventing ice crystals from forming inside cells.  Slow Metabolism - Reduces the need for nutrients and water during unfavorable conditions (like winter).  Year-round Photosynthesis - Can photosynthesize on warm winter days.  Efficient Nutrient Use - Conserve nutrients by not shedding leaves annually; beneficial in poor soils.  🌱 Ecological Adaptations  Low Light Tolerant - Many evergreen shrubs and trees can photosynthesize under shaded or cloudy conditions.  Longevity - Leaves last several years, maximizing energy.  Soil and Habitat Specialization - Some species thrive in acidic, nutrient-poor soils (e.g., bogs, wetlands, conifer forests).  What is your favorite evergreen?  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  Photo by: Alexis Cole  #evergreens #Wetlands
Today we pause in gratitude and remembrance. As na Today we pause in gratitude and remembrance. As nature stands still in quiet reflection, so do we. Honoring the courage, sacrifice, and peace so many gave everything for.  #LestWeForget
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