Whether you’re living out in the vast acreage of line and concession country, or even if you’re surrounded by neighbours somewhere in an urban area, you’ve got microhabitats. Don’t go running to the doctor. Microhabitats are just smaller versions or categories of habitats for local wildlife. The word “habitat” is based on where a living thing habituates or exists based … [Read more...] about Microhabitats are all around us, including our backyards
Gorge parking, creek garbage a concern
This article is going to carry a bit of a different tone, because it’s necessary. It’s a hard line to walk — maintaining the image of happy nature boy, but also being a messenger on the ground who has the ability to tell you the truth of what’sgoing on. But this isn’t about me. It’s about you, our town, and our collective health as a population. Since the pandemic … [Read more...] about Gorge parking, creek garbage a concern
Future of rare salamander looks bleak in Niagara
The bright, yellow spots of this spectacular creature leap off its slimy skin. As I rolled the log over, a large black salamander riddled with yellow polka dots lays squat. I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve come across this memorable species of mole salamander, simply named the spotted salamander (Ambystoma maculatum). This was last weekend, out on another … [Read more...] about Future of rare salamander looks bleak in Niagara
Spring adventure at Rondeau Provincial Park
Losing daylight, I’m cruising further west on Highway 3’s endless straight roads. Departing directly from work, the van camp setup is in its prime for spring exploration in Rondeau Provincial Park. The eight-kilometre giant protrusion of land into the blue abyss of Lake Erie I’m heading toward is called a sand spit. My draw to this unusual peninsula, created … [Read more...] about Spring adventure at Rondeau Provincial Park
Misinformation about coyotes leads to incorrect labels
Lately, I’ve noticed some back and forth communications about coyotes online. This is a species that can’t stick up for itself or voice its own thoughts, so that’s what I am here to do from both an ecological and cultural point of view. Unfortunately, misinformation can lead to unfair labels with serious consequences. This is a lesson of life, but also for our … [Read more...] about Misinformation about coyotes leads to incorrect labels