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Species at risk implementation report : Rocky Creek Bull Trout Recovery Project

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This report summarizes the results of a reclamation project at Rocky Creek, a tributary to the Clearwater River. The project was initiated in 2017 to reduce sedimentation, to eliminate direct... More ≫

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This report summarizes the results of a reclamation project at Rocky Creek, a tributary to the Clearwater River. The project was initiated in 2017 to reduce sedimentation, to eliminate direct threats of recreational use of the area on bull trout habitat, and to monitor the response of the bull trout population.

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Species at risk implementation report : Fall Creek reclamation project

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This report summarizes the results of a reclamation project at Fall Creek, a tributary to the Ram River, that was initiated in 2018 to reduce sedimentation and to eliminate direct threats of... More ≫

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This report summarizes the results of a reclamation project at Fall Creek, a tributary to the Ram River, that was initiated in 2018 to reduce sedimentation and to eliminate direct threats of recreational use of the area on bull trout habitat.

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Species at risk survey report : greater sage-grouse habitat management (2023)

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The greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) is arguably Alberta’s most “at risk” species. Monitoring of sage-grouse in Alberta has been sporadic since it began in 1968. However, since the... More ≫

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The greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) is arguably Alberta’s most “at risk” species. Monitoring of sage-grouse in Alberta has been sporadic since it began in 1968. However, since the species decline was documented in the mid-1990s a concerted effort has been made to monitor the population each spring. This report summarizes results of Greater sage-grouse habitat assessments conducted in 2023.

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Species at risk survey report : loggerhead shrike survey 2019

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In Alberta, the loggerhead shrike is considered to be a Species of Special Concern. Since 1987, a prairie-wide roadside survey has been conducted every five years to monitor populations. This... More ≫

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In Alberta, the loggerhead shrike is considered to be a Species of Special Concern. Since 1987, a prairie-wide roadside survey has been conducted every five years to monitor populations. This report summarizes results of the 2019 survey conducted in Alberta, and compares results with surveys conducted in 1987, 1998, 2003, 2008 and 2013.

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Species at risk survey report : greater sage-grouse lek census 2023

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The greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) is arguably Alberta’s most “at risk” species. Monitoring of sage-grouse in Alberta has been sporadic since it began in 1968. However, since the... More ≫

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The greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) is arguably Alberta’s most “at risk” species. Monitoring of sage-grouse in Alberta has been sporadic since it began in 1968. However, since the species decline was documented in the mid-1990s a concerted effort has been made to monitor the population each spring. This report summarizes results of the lek counts conducted in 2023.

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Species at risk implementation report : limber and whitebark pine recovery implementation 2022

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This report provides a synopsis of provincial recovery implementation actions taken in 2022 related to the whitebark pine and limber pine recovery plans.

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Science support document : greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus urophasianus)

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This science support document provides a summary of biological and policy rationale for the greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus urophasianus) wildlife sensitivity layer. Additionally,... More ≫

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This science support document provides a summary of biological and policy rationale for the greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus urophasianus) wildlife sensitivity layer. Additionally, science support documents can be used by anyone to learn about a wildlife sensitivity layer and its connection to the Landscape Analysis Tool and associated conditions found in the Master Schedule of Standards and Conditions.

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Translocation of greater sage-grouse from Montana to Alberta : 2011-2013 progress report

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In 2008, a collaborative project was initiated between Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and Alberta Environment and Parks to augment the remaining Canadian population of Greater sage-grouse in... More ≫

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In 2008, a collaborative project was initiated between Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and Alberta Environment and Parks to augment the remaining Canadian population of Greater sage-grouse in southeastern Alberta. Over a two year period (2011-2012) 41 sage-grouse were captured in Montana and translocated to Alberta. These birds were monitored remotely through the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) Platform Transmitter Terminals (PTTs). This report presents results of the project to date.

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Species at risk 2014-15 recovery action summary : westslope cutthroat trout

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Presents background information on the westslope cutthroat trout, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the... More ≫

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Presents background information on the westslope cutthroat trout, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the westslope cutthroat trout, strategies being used to reach the recovery goal, a short summary of progress on recent and ongoing recovery actions, and any upcoming actions being considered to aid recovery of the species.

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Species at risk 2014-15 recovery action summary : Ord's kangaroo rat

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Presents background information on the Ord's kangaroo rat, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the Ord's... More ≫

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Presents background information on the Ord's kangaroo rat, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the Ord's kangaroo rat, strategies being used to reach the recovery goal, a short summary of progress on recent and ongoing recovery actions, and any upcoming actions being considered to aid recovery of the species.

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