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Woodland caribou (Rangifer tarandus caribou) habitat classification in northeastern Alberta using remote sensing

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Woodland caribou habitat mapping in northern Alberta is incomplete and imprecise, as habitat relationships are not fully understood, and land cover mapping is neither consistent nor complete. This... More ≫

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Woodland caribou habitat mapping in northern Alberta is incomplete and imprecise, as habitat relationships are not fully understood, and land cover mapping is neither consistent nor complete. This report examines the results of a methodology that integrates Landsat 5 Thematic Mapper imagery in the northeast boreal region and a dataset containing nearly 100,000 caribou locations acquired from global positioning system radio-collars for thirty-six individuals in order to identify the areas of potential use by caribou. The results demonstrate how remote sensing, geographic information systems techniques, and ecological information can produce the kinds of information necessary for sustainable land management.

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Distribution of selected small mammals in Alberta

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The status and distribution of many of Alberta's small mammals is unknown. This report summarizes the information available on 15 of these species, as a step in updating their status for The... More ≫

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The status and distribution of many of Alberta's small mammals is unknown. This report summarizes the information available on 15 of these species, as a step in updating their status for The General Status of Alberta Wild Species 2000. Much of the information in this report was gathered from North American museums. Additional data were collected from reports that contained quantitative data for locations and date, as well as reliable species identification. Much of this information was gathered from studies which analyzed small mammal remains found in owl pellets. In total, over 1000 records were amassed from the various sources. All of these observations have been stored in the Biodiversity/Species Observation Database.

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Status of the wood bison (Bison bison athabascae) in Alberta [2001]

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This wildlife status report looks at the wood bison, the largest terrestrial mammal in North America. Originally scattered in small, non-migratory herds from northern Alberta to Alaska, hunting... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the wood bison, the largest terrestrial mammal in North America. Originally scattered in small, non-migratory herds from northern Alberta to Alaska, hunting nearly eliminated the wood bison at the end of the 19th century. Reintroduction efforts have recently been undertaken in northern Canada, including one location in Alberta near Assumption, known as the Hay-Zama herd. In Alberta, the wood bison is considered At Risk, and bison are also listed as Endangered under Alberta's Wildlife Act. 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...

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Measuring wolverine distribution and abundance in Alberta

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In Alberta, the distribution and abundance of wolverine may be declining. An objective method for monitoring wolverine distribution and estimating abundance would allow informed conservation... More ≫

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In Alberta, the distribution and abundance of wolverine may be declining. An objective method for monitoring wolverine distribution and estimating abundance would allow informed conservation decisions. A review of the methods available for inventory of wolverine was conducted, including snow tracking in and aerial tracking. It is suggested that hair sampling combined with microsatellite genotyping, though still in the testing phase, is likely to be the most valuable method to measure both abundance and distribution of wolverine.

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Status of the woodland caribou (Rangifer tarandus caribou) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the woodland caribou. The woodland subspecies of the caribou is distributed across the forested and mountainous regions of Canada, including northern and... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the woodland caribou. The woodland subspecies of the caribou is distributed across the forested and mountainous regions of Canada, including northern and west-central Alberta. The woodland caribou is included on the list of species that may be at risk in Alberta. This report summarizes past and ongoing research on woodland caribou ecology in Alberta as a step in updating its status designation. 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 red-tailed chipmunk (Tamias ruficaudus) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the red-tailed chipmunk, a small rodents that are found in the montane and subalpine regions of Waterton Lakes National Park and the West Castle Valley. There... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the red-tailed chipmunk, a small rodents that are found in the montane and subalpine regions of Waterton Lakes National Park and the West Castle Valley. There are two recognized subspecies of red-tailed chipmunks and southwestern Alberta is the northern range limit of one of these subspecies. Populations of both subspecies are probably secure on a continental basis, but they may be vulnerable to declines in the northern portions of their ranges. 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 northern long-eared bat (Myotis septentrionalis) in Alberta

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This wildlife status report looks at the northern long-eared bat, a forest-dependent bat commonly found in eastern Canada and the United States and encountered less frequently in western Canada,... More ≫

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This wildlife status report looks at the northern long-eared bat, a forest-dependent bat commonly found in eastern Canada and the United States and encountered less frequently in western Canada, including Alberta. At present, the northern myotis is designated as "may be at risk" in Alberta, based on the relative rarity of the species in the province and its apparent reliance on mature forest habitats. 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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