Fighting phragmites — Ontario’s worst invasive species
WEBFighting phragmites — Ontario’s worst invasive species. Helicopter over phragmites, Long Point, ON (Photo by NCC) Phragmites (or common reed) is a non-native, invasive reed from Eurasia, and it is quickly spreading throughout North America. Found mostly in wetlands, this towering plant takes over moist areas, choking out all other life.
NCC: Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBSep 13, 2024 · For any inquiries, please call: 1.877.231.3552. For site-specific inquiries, please consult our contact us page. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is Canada's leading national land conservation organization. Since 1962, NCC and our partners have helped to conserve 15 million hectares of ecologically significant land nationwide.
NCC: Cougar - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBGenerally, cougars are found in mountainous terrain or rocky outcrops, but they may also be present in a wide variety of habitats, including coniferous forests and swamps. They make their homes in caves or crevices in rocks, or other shelters such as in overhanging banks or trees. These majestic cats require significant unbroken stretches of ...
NCC: Wolverine - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBA Marvel Comics favourite and Hollywood darling, Wolverine is a superhero who’s known to strike fast and furiously. In real life, the wolverine displays no less prowess than the action hero it inspired. It has the look of a small bear — furry coat, beady eyes, round face and ears. The wolverine’s padded paws act like snowshoes, insulating ...
NCC: Grasslands 101 - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBWith projects in the Okanagan, Thompson-Nicola and Kootenay regions, NCC is helping to ensure grassland habitat will remain intact and undeveloped for migratory birds, rare plants and larger mammals, such as elk and mule deer. The valley-bottoms of the Okanagan are important migratory corridors for large carnivores like grizzly bear and wolverine.
NCC: Moose - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBThe Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has embarked in a project to help wide-ranging species such as moose travel from New Brunswick to Nova Scotia. The Chignecto Isthmus, a narrow stretch of land that is the only route for species to migrate in and out of Nova Scotia, has become a pivotal factor in the rehabilitation of the species.
NCC: North American river otter - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBThe Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) continues to protect habitat across Canada where river otters live. One example is NCC’s Cherry Meadows property, near Kimberly, BC. Located in the Rocky Mountain Trench, this area features extensive wetlands — perfect habitat for river otters. This playful mammal is making a splash across Canada.
NCC: Canada lynx - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBThe Restigouche watershed is a natural corridor that lies in the middle of the Appalachian Mountain Range in northern New Brunswick, next to Quebec and separated by the Restigouche River. This area sprawls over more than 6,000 square kilometres. It is a critical corridor for species such as Canada lynx. Conservation in the Restigouche Corridor ...
NCC: Beluga whale - Nature Conservancy of Canada
WEBNCC has released the rights to the Government of Canada so that a National Marine Conservation Area can be established. Beluga whales, or white whales, are toothed whales whose name is derived from the Russian word for white: “belukha.”. Nicknamed “sea canaries,” these extremely vocal mammals make various noises, ranging from high ...
The Seven Sacred Teachings: What we can learn from the species …
WEBJun 21, 2021 · Bravery is a Teaching that is given and shown most when we need it. When we stand up for the land, we are demonstrating Bravery to do what is right by its protection. Bravery is often represented by the bear. NCC protects habitat for grizzly and black bears Perhaps most notably is our work protecting grizzly habitat throughout BC.
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