Monthly Archives: February 2011

It’s not ok to hunt turtles

Question: How is it that the Ontario government can include snapping turtles on the provincial endangered species list while at the same time allowing — and even encouraging – the hunting of these long-lived reptiles? Staff ecologist John Urquhart wondered … Continue reading

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Into the woods

Even though I work at a conservation organization, I don’t get out much during the work week. It is not for a lack of desire – I’ve always loved nature. But mine is predominantly a desk job and I am … Continue reading

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