Posts by Steph Weizenbach
My BIG Alberta Backyard – Waterton Biosphere Reserve
The Waterton Biosphere Reserve is located in southwestern Alberta, where the prairies meet the Rocky Mountains. Find out what a biosphere reserve is and what type of wildlife you will find in Waterton!
Read MoreTiger Salamanders
BY CHERYL TEBBY
I was seven years old when I first saw Alberta’s elusive tiger salamander. Nearly six inches long and smooth, I can still remember its richly colored body: black stripes and splotches contrasted against olive green.
Read MoreThe Rise of Citizen Scientists
BY MATT WALLACE
Today, nearly everyone is equipped with the tools to make citizen science observations — even if they do not know a thing about plants or animals! Apps such as iNaturalist use artificial intelligence to help users immediately identify the subjects of photos taken with their smartphone cameras.
Read MoreMaking Sense of the Situation in Alberta’s East Slopes
If you are like most people, you may be having a hard time keeping track of what is going on in the East Slopes. First, the coal policy was rescinded. Then it was reinstated — sort of. Leases were awarded and then leases were cancelled. Yet a major coal mine is in the final stages of review. Keep reading to make sense of it all and keep your head from spinning!
Read More2020 Edmonton BiodiverCity Challenge Results
2020 Edmonton BiodiverCity Challenge Results
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