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Status of the plains hognose snake (Heterodon nasicus nasicus) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the plains hognose snake, a subspecies of the western hognose snake and listed as a species that may be at risk of decline in Alberta. Current understanding... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the plains hognose snake, a subspecies of the western hognose snake and listed as a species that may be at risk of decline in Alberta. Current understanding of the population levels of the plains hognose snake in Alberta is limited by the secretive nature of the species and a lack of search effort to date. This report has been prepared as a review of current information relevant to determining the status of the snake. It is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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Status of the Columbia spotted frog (Rana luteiventris) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the Columbia spotted frog. Spotted frogs are endemic to northwestern North America and are most common in mountainous and high-altitude areas. In Alberta,... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the Columbia spotted frog. Spotted frogs are endemic to northwestern North America and are most common in mountainous and high-altitude areas. In Alberta, spotted frogs occur within the Rocky Mountain and Foothills regions, where they inhabit cool, relatively permanent water sources. The Columbia spotted frog is included on the list of species that may be at risk in Alberta, due to the limited population information and reports of reduced numbers. This report reviews information on the species as a step in updating its status in the province. The report is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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Status of the Canadian toad (Bufo hemiophrys) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the Canadian toad, one of three species of the genus Bufo found in Alberta (the other species being the western toad and the great plains toad). Once a common... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the Canadian toad, one of three species of the genus Bufo found in Alberta (the other species being the western toad and the great plains toad). Once a common inhabitant of the northern interior plains, the population of this species in the province has experience a sharp decline recently, and populations in other areas of its range may be declining as well. This report summarizes current and historical information on the Canadian Toad in Alberta, as a step in reviewing the status of the species in the province. It is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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Status of the sage grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus urophasianus) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the sage grouse, the largest species of grouse in North America and listed as endangered in Alberta. As a result of the loss of the native sagebrush... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the sage grouse, the largest species of grouse in North America and listed as endangered in Alberta. As a result of the loss of the native sagebrush grasslands, the range of the sage grouse in North America has decreased by over 50 per cent during the 20th century. The sage grouse is listed as a threatened species in Canada and as at risk in Alberta. This report is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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Status of the northern leopard frog (Rana pipiens) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the northern leopard frog, a once-abundant species in the province whose population has declined dramatically over much of its historical North American range.... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the northern leopard frog, a once-abundant species in the province whose population has declined dramatically over much of its historical North American range. In Alberta, populations have been extirpated over much of western and central Alberta and are absent or greatly reduced in southern Alberta. Because of its virtual disappearance from the province, the northern leopard frog has been designated as Threatened. This report is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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Status of the piping plover (Charadrius melodus) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the piping plover, which is listed as either threatened or endangered throughout its range in North America, and is listed as endangered in Alberta. This... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the piping plover, which is listed as either threatened or endangered throughout its range in North America, and is listed as endangered in Alberta. This report revirews information on the piping plover in Alberta, as a step in updating the status of the species in the province. This report is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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Status of the swift fox (Vulpes velox) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the swift fox. Once common throughout the short and mixed-grass prairie regions of North America, in Canada the species disappeared from historic ranges in the... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the swift fox. Once common throughout the short and mixed-grass prairie regions of North America, in Canada the species disappeared from historic ranges in the early 20th century and has been listed as "extirpated" since 1978. Reintroduction efforts have resulted in the establishment of small populations in southern Alberta and Saskatchewan and the species is current listed as Endangered in Alberta. This report is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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Status of the wolverine (Gulo gulo) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the wolverine, which is the largest terrestrial member of the mustelid family, wich includes weasels, badgers, otters, martens and mink, among others.... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the wolverine, which is the largest terrestrial member of the mustelid family, wich includes weasels, badgers, otters, martens and mink, among others. Historically, wolverines were found throughout the province, but its recent range extends north of a line between Cold Lake and Edson, and along the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. The wolverine has been included on the list of species that may be at risk in Alberta. This report is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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Status of the Ord's kangaroo rat (Dipodomys ordii) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the Ord's kangaroo rat, a medium-sized, nocturnal rodent adapted for survival in arid environments. The species is widespread in western North America, but... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the Ord's kangaroo rat, a medium-sized, nocturnal rodent adapted for survival in arid environments. The species is widespread in western North America, but reaches the northern edge of its range in southeastern Alberta and southwestern Saskatchewan. There, it inhabits sparsely-vegetated habitats with loose, sandy soils. These habitats are uncommon and fragmented within the Canadian range. The Ord's kangaroo rat is included on the list of species which may be at risk in Alberta because of their localized distribution and specific habitat requirements. This report is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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Status of the Sprague's pipit (Anthus spragueii) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the Sprague's pipit, a small ground-nesting songbird endemic to the Canadian prairies and northern Great Plains of the United States. Although relatively... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the Sprague's pipit, a small ground-nesting songbird endemic to the Canadian prairies and northern Great Plains of the United States. Although relatively common throughout its range, populations have been declining in many areas. This, coupled with a relative lack of information on the biology and management of this species, has led to the inclusion of the Sprague's pipit on the list of species that may be at risk in Alberta. This report is part of the Alberta Wildlife Status Report series, which provides comprehensive summaries of selected wildlife species intended to be useful to those managing populations of species and their habitats, and to help identify species that may be formally designated as endangered or threatened.

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