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Ontario Nature @ontarionature.bsky.social · 16h

Ontario's polar bears are already on thin ice and Bill 5 could make things a lot worse. “Climate change models estimate that polar bears will be extinct in Ontario within the next 45 years,” - Shane Moffatt @ontarionature.bsky.social
More here: www.cochranetimespost.ca/news/advocat... #RepealBill5

Advocates worry Bill 5 strips vital protection from polar bears

Environmental advocates warn Ontario’s Bill 5 could jeopardize the future of polar bears by stripping away critical protections.

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Ontario Nature @ontarionature.bsky.social · 2d

🚨 Deadline: Nov 10 — This long weekend speak up for Ontario’s wildlife!
Ontario’s wildlife needs our voice — and our families’ too. 💚
Here are talking points about the new Species Conservation Act and how to take action before it’s too late:
👉 catalog.ontarionature.org/talking-poin...

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Talking Points – Proposals to Enable the Species Conservation Act, 2025 - Page 1

You have until November 10 to comment on the ERO posting. Use the key messages below to inform your comments: • This proposal to enable the SCA will only further undermine progress on the Ontario Biod...

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 3d

SCIENCE IN THE SAND: HOW WE PROTECT ONTARIO’S PIPING PLOVERS

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Science in the Sand: How we protect Ontario’s Piping Plovers

Each summer, several of Ontario’s beaches become a nursery for one of Canada’s rarest shorebirds. Go behind the scenes to see how months of preparation, research, and teamwork help every

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 3d

IMALIRIJIIT, ‘THOSE WHO STUDY WATER’: ON THE GROUND IN NUNAVIK

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 3d

A YEAR OF IMPACT: THE STATE OF CANADA’S BIRDS IN ACTION

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A Year of Impact: The State of Canada’s Birds in Action

One year ago, The State of Canada’s Birds report launched, bringing together data on over 400,000 bird population trends across the country. Let’s explore the many ways this report has

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 3d

THE BIRD HOST’S HANDBOOK: FALL TIPS FOR YOUR YARD

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The Bird Host’s Handbook: Fall Tips for Your Yard

October is the perfect time to help birds thrive by planting native species, leaving leaf litter and setting up feeders. Learn how small changes at home can help create a

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 4d

Renew your membership today!!

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Don't miss out on receiving The Orchid and going on outings.

Renew your membership today!!

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Don't miss out on receiving The Orchid and going on outings.

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kawarthaNOW @kawarthanow.bsky.social · 5d

Inaugural Great Lakes Coastal Cleanup event in #Cobourg saw 124 volunteers collect 1,200 pieces of plastic and other litter. Cobourg shoreline is 'the heart of our community,' says Mayor Lucas Cleveland. kawarthanow.com/2025/10/09/i...

Inaugural Great Lakes Coastal Cleanup event in Cobourg saw 124 volunteers collect 1,200 pieces of plastic and other litter | kawarthaNOW

By Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. Cobourg shoreline is 'the heart of our community,' says Mayor Lucas Cleveland.

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 5d

A Unified Global Checklist of the World’s Birds

Created by experts in taxonomy, nomenclature, and biodiversity informatics from around the world, AviList provides the most current and authoritative taxonomy of the world's birds.

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Home

AviList is a collaborative global effort to produce a single current consensus taxonomy for the birds of the world, along with key information on taxonomy and nomenclature. The checklist is free for d...

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Ontario Nature @ontarionature.bsky.social · 6d

If economic growth undermines labour rights, tramples environmental safeguards and sidelines Indigenous communities, "We are setting ourselves up for long term problems in Ontario. That's not prosperity, it's a regulatory race to the bottom." - Shane Moffatt, Ontario Nature
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‘No...full stop...You must not become Donald Trump, to protect against Donald Trump’: Ford’s Bill 5 will give PCs unchecked power

‘No...full stop...You must not become Donald Trump, to protect against Donald Trump’: Ford’s Bill 5 will give PCs unchecked power.

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 6d

The results are in for the 2025 CWF Great Canadian Bioblitz
Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's CWF Great Canadian Bioblitz! We had an incredible turn out of observers and identifiers, and an impressive number of observations!

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The results are in for the 2025 CWF Great Canadian Bioblitz | Les résultats du Grand bioblitz canadien 2025 de la FCF sont disponibles

« Le français suit. » Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's CWF Great Canadian Bioblitz! We had an incredible turn out of observers and identifiers, and an impressive number of observa...

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Ontario Nature @ontarionature.bsky.social · 6d

Bill 5 threatens the survival of polar bears in Ontario.
“With the Endangered Species Act being repealed now, that creates significant risk and uncertainty for the future of polar bears in Ontario.” — Shane Moffatt @ontarionature.bsky.social
🔗: www.nwonewswatch.com/local-news/n...

Nature group worried provincial laws, emissions targets hurting polar bear survival

Ontario Nature has submitted analysis to ongoing national consultations on a proposed polar bear management plan.

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 8d

Good times were had by all at our Picnic on Saturday. Thanks for the sing along Larry.

Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 8d

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The Nature Conservancy @nature.org · 8d

Urban trees can lower temps by up to 12°C, but it’s not just about quantity. Species, layout and local climate all play a role in how effective they are. Strategic planting leads to cooler streets, cleaner air and healthier communities, especially in neighborhoods vulnerable to rising temperatures.

Trees are natural ACs for cities, if you plant the right ones

Urban trees are on the rise but researchers are only starting to uncover the best way to cool cities with them

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 9d

Beautiful day

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Kim Zippel @kimzippel.bsky.social · 9d

Congratulations and Happy 85th Anniversary @ptbonature.bsky.social

The Peterborough Field Naturalists club has been offering opportunities ´To Know, Appreciate, and Conserve Nature in All its Forms’ since 1940! 🌿🦉🦋🦎🦇🐢🐌🐝🦫

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iNaturalist @inaturalist.bsky.social · 10d

It's common for some birds swallow small rocks, most likely to aid digestion by grinding food already in their stomachs. Here's a Merlin (Falco columbarius) getting caught in the act.

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#ObservationOfTheDay

A brown raptor takes a stone in its beak.

The bird begins to swallow the stone whole, its beak wide open.

The bird turns and looks directly into the camera as if it knows it's been perceived.

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 12d

We stumbled upon bath day last week.

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Ontario Nature @ontarionature.bsky.social · 13d

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall — a trailblazer for women in science, a voice for animals, and a tireless champion for nature and conservation. Her legacy will continue to inspire generations to protect the living world we share. 💚 #JaneGoodall

an illustration of a woman holding a chimpanzee with the words " least i can do is speak out "

ALT: an illustration of a woman holding a chimpanzee with the words " least i can do is speak out "

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Ontario Nature @ontarionature.bsky.social · 15d

We can’t take credit for this win, but we’re so grateful for the tireless work of our friends at Never Collide, Feather Friendly, @naturecanada.bsky.social, and FLAP, who’ve been advocating for years to make this change happen. 💚🐦🌃

Francesca Bouaoun @francescabouaoun.bsky.social · 17d

Recent retrofitting of RBC Plaza with bird collision deterrent markers #Toronto

Thank you Feather Friendly, Never Collide, @naturecanada.bsky.social @ontarionature.bsky.social and FLAP for advocating and pushing for this work!

The building is treated with 6mm white dots spaced 50mm apart 👏

Ground floor exterior of an office building with white dots marked on the glass as a bird collision deterrent.

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 16d

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Winter Finch Forecast 2025-2026 - FINCH RESEARCH NETWORK

By Tyler Hoar Featured Post Photo: ©David Turgeon GENERAL FORECAST It looks to be a flight year for many species in Eastern Canada. With mostly very poor crops in the boreal forest from central Quebec...

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 17d

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 18d

Still room on this outing. Sign up now, don’t miss out.

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Fabulous Fungi - Peterborough Field Naturalists

Join Rachel Baehr and Sue Paradisis for their 4th annual Fabulous Fungi hike! Come explore the vast variety of colours, shapes and sizes that the kingdom of fungi has to…

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Peterborough Field Naturalists @ptbonature.bsky.social · 19d

Last Chance for PFN’s 85th Anniversary Fall Picnic?
Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain date Oct. 5)

Share food with friends: snacks, drinks and desserts provided (bring your own lunch)

Register by September 26: [email protected]. This event is for PFN Members and guests

Last Chance to Register for the Fall Picnic

Have you registered for PFN’s 85th Anniversary Fall Picnic?
Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain date Oct. 5)

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Tecasy Ranch, a ruggedly picturesque 550-acre private property:

Explore deep woods and Land Between rock outcroppings
Join guided hikes to see migrating birds, fungi, squirrels, and more
Play outdoor games and enjoy live music and sing-alongs
Gather around a cozy afternoon campfire
Share food with friends: snacks, drinks and desserts provided (bring your own lunch)

Register by September 26: info@peterboroughnature.org. This event is for PFN Members and guestsSpace is limited so book today!

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