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Alberta slender mouse-ear-cress recovery plan

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This is the recovery plan for the slender mouse-ear-cress, a rare biennial plant that occurs in few locations in southern Alberta and which is listed as Endangered under the Wildlife Act. The plan... More ≫

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This is the recovery plan for the slender mouse-ear-cress, a rare biennial plant that occurs in few locations in southern Alberta and which is listed as Endangered under the Wildlife Act. The plan includes a situational analysis, threats assessment, recovery goals and objective, and strategies and actions to recover the species.

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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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Science support document : greater short-horned lizard (Phrynosoma hernandesi)

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This science support document provides a summary of biological and policy rationale for the greater short-horned lizard (Phrynosoma hernandesi) wildlife sensitivity layer. Additionally, science... More ≫

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This science support document provides a summary of biological and policy rationale for the greater short-horned lizard (Phrynosoma hernandesi) 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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Science support document : Ord’s kangaroo rat (Dipodomys ordii)

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This science support document provides a summary of biological and policy rationale for the Ord’s kangaroo rat (Dipodomys ordii) wildlife sensitivity layer. Additionally, science support documents... More ≫

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This science support document provides a summary of biological and policy rationale for the Ord’s kangaroo rat (Dipodomys ordii) 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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Status of the prairie falcon (Falco mexicanus) in Alberta : update 2018

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This wildlife status report provides a comprehensive summary of the prairie falcon and is intended to be useful to those managing populations of the species and its habitat. The prairie falcon is... More ≫

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This wildlife status report provides a comprehensive summary of the prairie falcon and is intended to be useful to those managing populations of the species and its habitat. The prairie falcon is a large, pale brown raptor that occupies the arid hills and grasslands of western North America. In Alberta, the core of the species' breeding habitat is located south of Red Deer, along the Bow, Red Deer, Milk, South Saskatchewan, and Oldman rivers and their tributaries. The prairie falcon was identified as a Species of Special Concern in Alberta in 2003, mostly because of its small population size.

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Status of the American bison (Bison bison) in Alberta : update 2017

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This wildlife status report looks at the wood bison, the largest terrestrial mammal in North America. This report summarizes the history and ecology of the wood bison, causes for its decline,... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the wood bison, the largest terrestrial mammal in North America. This report summarizes the history and ecology of the wood bison, causes for its decline, current pressures, recovery and conservation efforts, and its current status in Alberta. 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. It is an update to the original 2002 report.

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Species at risk recovery action summary : Westslope Cutthroat Trout [2017-22]

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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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The 2015 ferruginous hawk (Buteo regalis) inventory and population analysis

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The ferruginous hawk is a large raptor within the Grassland Natural Region of Alberta; inhabiting areas dominated by native prairie. It is currently listed as an Endangered species under Albert’s... More ≫

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The ferruginous hawk is a large raptor within the Grassland Natural Region of Alberta; inhabiting areas dominated by native prairie. It is currently listed as an Endangered species under Albert’s Wildlife Act. The provincial ferruginous hawk population has been estimated every five years since 1982, except between the years 1993 and 1999. This report presents the findings of the 2015 survey. The 2015 population inventory showed a slight, but insignificant increase. Further research is required to confirm the cause for the slight increase. Although, initial analysis suggests it is related to a fluctuation of their primary prey species as a result of dry conditions of the previous year. Overall, Alberta’s Ferruginous Hawk population remains significantly lower than the 1992 estimate, therefore, it remains essential for management actions to assist in the recovery of the species.

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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 : limber pine and whitebark pine

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Whitebark pine and limber pine trees can live over 1,000 years. They establish and grow at high elevations under harsh conditions that many other trees cannot tolerate including windy, dry... More ≫

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Whitebark pine and limber pine trees can live over 1,000 years. They establish and grow at high elevations under harsh conditions that many other trees cannot tolerate including windy, dry conditions, in poor soils, and at treeline. Whitebark pine and limber pine may establish rapidly after fire, and aid in early establishment of high-elevation forests. They can form pure stands but usually grow with other species. Whitebark pine protects snowpack, regulating flows of mountain creeks and rivers. The large, nutritious seeds of both pines are an important food for almost 100 species of birds and animals. Whitebark pine relies totally, and limber pine relies heavily, on the Clark’s nutcracker to reproduce – this jay-sized bird pecks seeds out of cones to cache in the ground where they germinate. Whitebark pine and limber pine form unique forest communities that are fundamental to the biodiversity of the mountains and foothills of Alberta.

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