DYK: The Maritime Ringlet is one of Canada's most endangered butterflies, with the global population confined to small areas in Quebec and New Brunswick 🦋 Their small and isolated habitats make them very vulnerable to extinction. 📸 by Colin D. Jones (iNaturalist)

#DYK Nevada Arnica, also known as Sierra Arnica, thrives in the montane and subalpine zones of western North America, including parts of BC? This perennial herb is well-adapted to dry, rocky soils and produces bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer 🌼 #SpeciesSpotlight

Here's a close-up of a fascinating bird found in Canada. Can you name this species? // Voici une photo en gros plan d'un oiseau fascinant que l'on trouve au Canada. De quelle espèce s'agit-il?

#DYK Sei Whales are among the fastest of all cetaceans, reaching speeds of up to 50 km/h? 🐋 They migrate through Canadian waters and are known for their long and slender bodies. Despite being one of the larger whale species, they primarily feed on small fish and zooplankton!

Meet the #ArcticFox, a tiny yet mighty explorer of Canada’s harshest climates! 🦊 Despite its small size, this incredible creature is a master of adaptation, thriving in the Arctic’s icy wilderness. 🌨️❄️ Hinterland Who's Who | Faune et flore du pays

#DYK the Wide Shield Sheetweaver (Bathyphantes weyeri) is a small species of sheetweb spider in the Linyphiidae family? 🕷️ These spiders create horizontal, sheet-like webs to catch prey, playing a crucial role in controlling insect populations 🕸️ #SpeciesSpotlight

#DYK Hoary Redpolls are resilient birds thriving in the Arctic? 🌨️ With their pale plumage & distinctive red crown patch, these birds are uniquely adapted to cold climates. Their very fluffy body feathers help them stay warm even in the harshest temperatures! #SpeciesSpotlight

Today I'll be embarking on an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime Arctic trip! For 17 days I'll be on a boat above the Arctic Circle, exploring western Greenland and Nunavut as I travel the Northwest Passage with Adventure Canada on behalf of Black Environmental Initiative and WCS Canada

I'll be joining 5 other incredible Black leaders in the Canadian outdoors and conservation space that Black Environmental Initiative is supporting on this trip. I'll also be repping WCS Canada onboard, talking about KBA Canada's work & the awesome work being done by our WCS Canada Arctic team

Meet the Vancouver Island Marmot, one of only five endemic Canadian mammals 💚 19 marmot colonies currently reside in the Nanaimo Lakes Key Biodiversity Area, with habitat loss and climate change among the major threats they face KBA Canada

#DYK the Bigeye Thresher has large eyes for low light & a whip-like tail to stun prey? 🦈 They conduct diurnal vertical migration, staying deep by day and surfacing at night to feed. They can also raise their body temperature to aid their organs in cold waters #SpeciesSpotlight

🐝#Pollinators are responsible for much more than food-crops. From biofuels to medicines, we rely on pollinators in much of our daily lives. Check out a few facts about pollinators from the ipbes #PollinationAssessment Read the Report here⤵️ ipbes.net/assessment-rep…

Evidence shows that connecting with nature boosts your well-being in more than 200 different ways — from reducing anxiety to strengthening friendships. Discover the healing power of nature: brnw.ch/21wMhI4

Who's this? Why it's a Monarch Caterpillar 🐛💫🦋 These little fellows must bulk up for their grand transformation... before a lonnnggg journey south. Wish them luck! 👍 #MonarchButterfly #ButterflyWeek #SandbanksPP #MonarchMigration

#DYK Spotted Salamanders are recognizable by their bright yellow/orange spots on a dark background?🦎 Found in eastern Canada, these amphibians are known for their breeding behaviour and reliance on vernal pools, which are temporary bodies of water that form in the spring 🌸

The Barberry Miner Bee is a solitary, ground-nesting bee found in Canada. It specializes in pollinating barberry plants, like creeping barberry 🐝 It's active in early spring, playing a vital role in the ecosystem by supporting the reproduction of these plants #SpeciesSpotlight

Hibernacula may sound like a sleepy vampire 🧛‍♂️, but it’s actually the special place that all of our reptile friends are searching for this season! 🐍 See what snakes, skinks, and turtles are up to at Rondeau Provincial Park as the cold weather approaches: bit.ly/4ehdpx7

Join the flock: Bird Monitoring Biologist (Northern Canada): This biologist plays an important role supporting science and research efforts and building related technology capacity for monitoring for Birds Canada’s Science in the North project. birdscanada.org/job-posting-bi… #Jobs

🚀🌿 The Countdown is On! Only two days until the first-ever #GreatCanadianBioblitz! Grab your camera, download the iNaturalist app and start exploring your local nature spots. Learn more on the CWF Blog ➡️ ow.ly/KiT650TjACW 📸: #iNaturalistCanada

Before summer ends, take some time to get to know the critters in your backyard, like this beautiful monarch! The more you learn, the better you can love and protect them. Take the #MySmallAct challenge today: brnw.ch/21wMBf0 🦋