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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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Managing riparian areas

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Riparian areas on public land are the vegetation zones next to flowing and standing water bodies. Although they make up only about two per cent of the land in Alberta, they are often far more... More ≫

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Riparian areas on public land are the vegetation zones next to flowing and standing water bodies. Although they make up only about two per cent of the land in Alberta, they are often far more productive than the adjoining upland. Because of this, they are used extensively by wildlife, agricultural producers and recreationists. This backgrounder provides general information on the importance of riparian areas and industrial use of riparian areas.

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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 : western spiderwort

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

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Presents background information on the western spiderwort, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the western spiderwort, 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 2013-14 recovery action summary : burrowing owl

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

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Presents background information on the burrowing owl, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the burrowing owl, 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 : pygmy whitefish

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This fact sheet provides information about pygmy whitefish

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Species at risk 2013-14 recovery action summary : Porsild's bryum

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

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Presents background information on the Porsild's bryum, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the Porsild's bryum, 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 2013-14 recovery action summary : northern leopard frog

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Presents background information on the northern leopard frog, 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 northern leopard frog, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the northern leopard frog, 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 2013-14 recovery action summary : pygmy whitefish

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

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Presents background information on the pygmy whitefish, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the pygmy whitefish, 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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South East Alberta Conservation Offset Pilot

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This fact sheet summarizes information about South East Alberta Conservation Offset Pilot team.

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