This year's Earth Day theme is "Protect Our Species." A sustainable future is one where the rights of all species to exist in their natural habitat, at the population size nexessary to maintain their species and genetic variation is recognized. To learn more about threats to species on a global level click here.

This day highlights the need to conserve migratory birds and protect their habitats. (After 25 years, the name of this event has shifted from International World Migratory Bird Day to World Migratory Bird Day!) Celebrate WMBD by visiting Point Pelee National Park and Hillman Marsh Conservation Area to catch some of the spring migration happening!

The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.Essex County faces many ecological challenges, as it is part of one of the most populated corridors in Canada. As well, it is part of the unique ecoregion, the Carolinian Life Zone. This region [...]

Shellebrate World Turtle Day today! In May 2018, COSEWIC designated the Midland Painted Turtle as Special Concern. This meant that all of Ontario's eight turtle species are now at risk of disappearing from Ontario ( article link). How can you help? Reduce turtle road mortality by driving with caution in their habitat range, and keep an [...]