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December 12, 2018
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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...
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January 1, 2016
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The prairie rattlesnake has been designated a Species of Special Concern in Alberta because the population is likely to continue to decline if current activities and trends persist, and the...
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July 1, 2013
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Presents background information on the short-horned lizard, including its risk category and where it can be found in Alberta. Lists the recovery plan in effect and the recovery goal for the...
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December 1, 2012
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This wildlife status report looks at the prairie rattlesnake, one of three extant species of rattlesnake found in Alberta. It reaches the northern limit of its range in Alberta and is primarily...
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March 1, 2007
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Many aspects of the biology of prairie rattlesnakes are not well described. This study used mark-recapture to follow the reproductive histories of female prairie rattlesnakes at two hibemacula in...
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June 1, 2004
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This wildlife status report looks at the eastern short-horned lizard, Alberta's only native lizard species. Scattered populations of these small, well-camouflaged lizards are found on...
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February 1, 2004
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Lethbridge is at the western edge of prairie rattlesnake range in Canada. Continued expansion of the city has resulted in a substantial loss of suitable rattlesnake habitat and special efforts are...
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August 20, 2003
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Provides information on the prairie rattlesnake, including a general description of the species, its distribution in Alberta, habitat, an estimate of its population size, threats to its habitat...
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February 1, 2003
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Lethbridge is at the western edge of prairie rattlesnake range in Canada. Continued expansion of the city has resulted in a substantial loss of suitable rattlesnake habitat and special efforts are...
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February 1, 2002
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The coulees of southwest Lethbridge are home to a small population of prairie rattlesnakes. High rates of mortality from road kills, deliberate human persecution, and a rapid loss of habitat from...