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Animal Facts: Spotted turtle
The spotted turtle is a highly recognizable North American species that is known for its distinctive yellow spots on its dark coloured shell. …
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Animal Facts: Great grey owl
Despite being Manitoba’s official bird, the great grey owl can be found in nearly every Canadian province and territory. …
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Animal Facts: Rock ptarmigan
As a seasonally camouflaged species, the rock ptarmigan has brown plumage in the summer and white plumage in the winter to blend in with its surroundings. …
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Animal Facts: North Atlantic right whale
The massive North Atlantic Right Whale is Canada's “true whale of the ice.” …
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Animal Facts: Burrowing owl
Unlike most owls, the Burrowing Owl nests underground. …
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10 things you didn’t know about moths
An insect of many talents, here’s why moths are one of the world’s most underrated animals
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Animal Facts: Atlantic cod
Spending a majority of their time on the seafloor, the Atlantic cod is a popular food fish that can be found contiguously along the east coast.
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Animal Facts: Blue whale
As the largest animals ever known to have lived on earth, the blue whale is a magnificent species that can be found all over the world. …
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Animal Facts: Atlantic puffin
Often nicknamed "sea parrots" or "clowns of the sea", Atlantic puffins are a well-loved seabird the breed in large colonies along cliffs or offshore islands. …
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Animal Facts: Wolf
Within Canada, there are several species of wolves that occupy approximately 90 per cent of their historic range. …
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Animal Facts: Snowy owl
The snowy owl is an iconic North American bird that is almost entirely covered by feathers to keep them warm in colder climates. …
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Animal Facts: Moose
Large and in charge, the moose is one of Canada's most iconic mammals that is known for its incredible size, enormous antlers and captivating appearance.
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Animal Facts: Canada Lynx
As one of Canada's most elusive cats, the Canada lynx is known for its triangular black-tipped ears and fluffy coat. …
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Animal Facts: Beaver
As one of Canada's most iconic animals, the beaver is the largest rodent in the country and the second-largest rodent in the world (after the capybara).
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Animal Facts: Polar bear
As one of Canada's most recognizable animals, the polar bear is the largest bear in the world and the top predator in the Arctic.
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11 amazing facts about Canada’s bear species
Did you know polar bears aren’t actually white? Or that bears mark their territory by rubbing their backs on trees?
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Animal Facts: Arctic hare
Highly adapted to living in the cold, the Arctic hare has shortened ears and limbs and almost a quarter of its body is made up of fat. …
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Animal Facts: Beluga whale
Beluga whales are one of the most recognizable species of whale thanks to their white colouring and thick bodies which are primarily made of blubber (40 to 50 per cent of their…
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Animal Facts: Bald Eagle
The bald eagle is one of Canada's largest birds of prey and is well-known for its regal appearance and contrasting coloured feathers.
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Animal Facts: Walrus
Often identified by their large tusks, walrus are large marine mammals that can weigh more than 2000 pounds. …
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Animal Facts: Caribou
Caribou are highly migratory animals that stay together in herds while they move almost constantly. …
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Animal Facts: Arctic fox
As one of Canada's most beautiful mammals, the Arctic fox is well-known for its white fur which is why it's often referred to as the snow fox.
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