Preserving wetlands: A vital commitment
World Wetlands Day – February 2 At the heart of Éco-Nature’s mission lies an unwavering commitment to wetland conservation. These precious ecosystems play a crucial role in providing a multitude of ecological functions while harbouring an exceptionally rich biodiversity. Wetlands provide permanent or temporary habitat for a vast array of animal species, some of which are critically endangered. It is here that wildlife finds food, shelter and breeding grounds. As exceptional ecosystems, wetlands and water [...]
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The difference between hibernation and overwintering
Considering that our residents at the Quebec Turtle Rehabilitation Center have already been hibernating for a few days, we’d like to take this opportunity to explain the differences between overwintering and hibernation. First of all, it’s good to know that animals have different ways of preparing for winter. Some change their coat or gain weight, such as the hare, which adopts a white hue, or the red fox, which develops a denser coat. Others choose [...]
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