White-nose syndrome confirmed in Alberta for first time
This spring we confirmed, for the first time, the presence of white-nose syndrome (WNS) in Alberta. The affected region includes badland habitats along the Red
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This spring we confirmed, for the first time, the presence of white-nose syndrome (WNS) in Alberta. The affected region includes badland habitats along the Red
The Government of Canada is inviting and encouraging individuals, communities, businesses, and organizations to share comments concerning the classification of three migratory bats — Hoary
WCS Canada’s Western Bat Program, in partnership with various U.S. and Canadian agencies, have released the first continent-wide best management practices for the use of
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