Chris Chang-Yen Phillips
@chriscyphillips.bsky.social
Likes thinking about fossils, fungi, sweaty men, biking, and falling through deep time into a better future.
Edmonton/amiskwaciwâskahikan (Treaty Six Territory)
ccyp.ca
Edmonton/amiskwaciwâskahikan (Treaty Six Territory)
ccyp.ca
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Found an additional graphic that gets even more of these quotes together.
I've kept "I hate myself, I hate clover, and I hate bees" pinned above my desk since I first started studying evolutionary biology as an undergraduate. So relatable to get extremely frustrated with your study system.
I've kept "I hate myself, I hate clover, and I hate bees" pinned above my desk since I first started studying evolutionary biology as an undergraduate. So relatable to get extremely frustrated with your study system.
February 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Found an additional graphic that gets even more of these quotes together.
I've kept "I hate myself, I hate clover, and I hate bees" pinned above my desk since I first started studying evolutionary biology as an undergraduate. So relatable to get extremely frustrated with your study system.
I've kept "I hate myself, I hate clover, and I hate bees" pinned above my desk since I first started studying evolutionary biology as an undergraduate. So relatable to get extremely frustrated with your study system.
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Remember those crazy prehistoric shrimp eggs that came in little capsules and hatched into these freaks?
February 12, 2026 at 5:36 AM
Remember those crazy prehistoric shrimp eggs that came in little capsules and hatched into these freaks?
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On Feb 13, we're teaming up with councillors & advocacy groups to encourage people to try biking to work (and celebrate the people doing it)!
Join us for treats, and if you've never biked in the winter before, this is your nudge to give it a try! 🚲❄️
Full details are here:
buff.ly/soa38pA
Join us for treats, and if you've never biked in the winter before, this is your nudge to give it a try! 🚲❄️
Full details are here:
buff.ly/soa38pA
February 2, 2026 at 8:04 PM
On Feb 13, we're teaming up with councillors & advocacy groups to encourage people to try biking to work (and celebrate the people doing it)!
Join us for treats, and if you've never biked in the winter before, this is your nudge to give it a try! 🚲❄️
Full details are here:
buff.ly/soa38pA
Join us for treats, and if you've never biked in the winter before, this is your nudge to give it a try! 🚲❄️
Full details are here:
buff.ly/soa38pA
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Make Art (1/4)
February 10, 2026 at 12:48 PM
Make Art (1/4)
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here's a better link, not sure what happened with the one above www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Cellular-level preservation of cutaneous spikes in an Early Cretaceous iguanodontian dinosaur - Nature Ecology & Evolution
A juvenile iguanodontian from the Lower Cretaceous of China preserves both spikes and scales in its skin that are different from integumentary structures in either non-avian dinosaurs or extant squama...
www.nature.com
February 6, 2026 at 10:44 AM
here's a better link, not sure what happened with the one above www.nature.com/articles/s41...
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the holotype is near-complete and articulated, allowing an impressive amount of insight into the animal's life appearance due to the exceptional preservation of soft tissues
February 6, 2026 at 10:14 AM
the holotype is near-complete and articulated, allowing an impressive amount of insight into the animal's life appearance due to the exceptional preservation of soft tissues
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a very warm welcome to haolong dongi, a fascinating hadrosauroid from the early cretaceous yixian formation described by huang et al. 🎉 the near-complete holotype preserves highly unique integumentary structures unknown in other dinosaurs
www.nature.com/articles/s41
(art by fabio manucci)
www.nature.com/articles/s41
(art by fabio manucci)
February 6, 2026 at 10:10 AM
a very warm welcome to haolong dongi, a fascinating hadrosauroid from the early cretaceous yixian formation described by huang et al. 🎉 the near-complete holotype preserves highly unique integumentary structures unknown in other dinosaurs
www.nature.com/articles/s41
(art by fabio manucci)
www.nature.com/articles/s41
(art by fabio manucci)
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One of my neighbors has been putting up these fish facts posters. All kinds of different fish, marine, freshwater, deep, shallow, all kinds. This is a good one. “Stg this real fish” took me out. Good work, neighbor.
December 7, 2025 at 3:39 PM
One of my neighbors has been putting up these fish facts posters. All kinds of different fish, marine, freshwater, deep, shallow, all kinds. This is a good one. “Stg this real fish” took me out. Good work, neighbor.
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Fascinating analysis of Alberta separatism as American hybrid warfare against Canada, featuring @popovaprof.bsky.social drawing parallels with what Russia did in Ukraine: www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
ANALYSIS | U.S. interest in Alberta separatism raises red flags over what might come next | CBC News
Communications between the Trump administration and Alberta's separatist movement raised alarm at the highest levels in Canada last week. It also raised questions about Washington's possible intention...
www.cbc.ca
February 6, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Fascinating analysis of Alberta separatism as American hybrid warfare against Canada, featuring @popovaprof.bsky.social drawing parallels with what Russia did in Ukraine: www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Edmonton Public School Board just removed Saga from schools because of Alberta’s book ban.
The series is moving, funny, and illustrated by Calgary’s Fiona Staples. A major theme of course is that books hold the power to make enemies realize they can be lovers and allies.
The series is moving, funny, and illustrated by Calgary’s Fiona Staples. A major theme of course is that books hold the power to make enemies realize they can be lovers and allies.
February 5, 2026 at 1:16 AM
Edmonton Public School Board just removed Saga from schools because of Alberta’s book ban.
The series is moving, funny, and illustrated by Calgary’s Fiona Staples. A major theme of course is that books hold the power to make enemies realize they can be lovers and allies.
The series is moving, funny, and illustrated by Calgary’s Fiona Staples. A major theme of course is that books hold the power to make enemies realize they can be lovers and allies.
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Slime mold, Trichia decipiens in front of bright green #moss. NWT, Canada.
#myxomycete #fungifriends
The slime mold is about 0.5cm high.
#myxomycete #fungifriends
The slime mold is about 0.5cm high.
February 3, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Slime mold, Trichia decipiens in front of bright green #moss. NWT, Canada.
#myxomycete #fungifriends
The slime mold is about 0.5cm high.
#myxomycete #fungifriends
The slime mold is about 0.5cm high.
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"Three quarters of the Canadian public are unaware of the ban. Only 22% of Canadians know that news is banned on Facebook and Instagram. Even among users of the platforms and those who say they get news from the platform, a majority do not know about the ban."
[From 2024]
meo.ca/work/old-new...
[From 2024]
meo.ca/work/old-new...
January 23, 2026 at 3:19 PM
"Three quarters of the Canadian public are unaware of the ban. Only 22% of Canadians know that news is banned on Facebook and Instagram. Even among users of the platforms and those who say they get news from the platform, a majority do not know about the ban."
[From 2024]
meo.ca/work/old-new...
[From 2024]
meo.ca/work/old-new...
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906 days.
That's how long Meta's been blocking news in Canada.
Doesn't matter if the outlet is based in Canada, the U.S. or Germany – we can't read it. Small non-profit or legacy newspaper. Can't read it. Posts made before Aug. 1, 2023? Nope. But disinformation, AI-generated spam, that'll pass.
That's how long Meta's been blocking news in Canada.
Doesn't matter if the outlet is based in Canada, the U.S. or Germany – we can't read it. Small non-profit or legacy newspaper. Can't read it. Posts made before Aug. 1, 2023? Nope. But disinformation, AI-generated spam, that'll pass.
January 23, 2026 at 3:14 PM
906 days.
That's how long Meta's been blocking news in Canada.
Doesn't matter if the outlet is based in Canada, the U.S. or Germany – we can't read it. Small non-profit or legacy newspaper. Can't read it. Posts made before Aug. 1, 2023? Nope. But disinformation, AI-generated spam, that'll pass.
That's how long Meta's been blocking news in Canada.
Doesn't matter if the outlet is based in Canada, the U.S. or Germany – we can't read it. Small non-profit or legacy newspaper. Can't read it. Posts made before Aug. 1, 2023? Nope. But disinformation, AI-generated spam, that'll pass.
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I took this photo this morning, and I'm so in love with it - the timing, the focus, the colour. I can't quite believe it worked so well. The new camera definitely helped.
Also, she's so cute and chubby! #birds 🌿
Also, she's so cute and chubby! #birds 🌿
January 31, 2026 at 9:56 PM
I took this photo this morning, and I'm so in love with it - the timing, the focus, the colour. I can't quite believe it worked so well. The new camera definitely helped.
Also, she's so cute and chubby! #birds 🌿
Also, she's so cute and chubby! #birds 🌿
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January 31, 2026 at 8:03 AM
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Her shining light will be much missed. 😭
a woman from schitt 's creek is smiling and saying `` when one of us shines ''
Alt: Moira Rose from schitt 's creek is smiling and saying `` when one of us shines all of us shine“
media.tenor.com
January 30, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Her shining light will be much missed. 😭
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Did you know there used to be a Whale Society of Edmonton? If you‘re curious to learn about activists and dolphin-lovers on the prairies, come out to our Let’s Find Out live podcast about them on March 3.
letsfindoutpodcast.com/2026/01/28/l...
letsfindoutpodcast.com/2026/01/28/l...
Live Show March 3: About the Whale Society of Edmonton
Tuesday March 3 20266:30 – 8 PM City of Edmonton ArchivesPrince of Whales Wales Armouries10440 108 Avenue Yes, Edmonton really used to have a save-the-whales club. No, they weren’t based at W…
letsfindoutpodcast.com
January 29, 2026 at 7:23 PM
Did you know there used to be a Whale Society of Edmonton? If you‘re curious to learn about activists and dolphin-lovers on the prairies, come out to our Let’s Find Out live podcast about them on March 3.
letsfindoutpodcast.com/2026/01/28/l...
letsfindoutpodcast.com/2026/01/28/l...
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Flying Canoë Volant is almost upon us!
Bundle up and take in live music, dancing, storytelling, and magical light exhibitions!
When: Jan. 28–31
Where: The French Quarter & Mill Creek Ravine
Cost: Free!
wintercityedmonton.ca/event/flying...
#WinterCity #YEGwinter #YEG
Bundle up and take in live music, dancing, storytelling, and magical light exhibitions!
When: Jan. 28–31
Where: The French Quarter & Mill Creek Ravine
Cost: Free!
wintercityedmonton.ca/event/flying...
#WinterCity #YEGwinter #YEG
January 27, 2026 at 11:01 PM
Flying Canoë Volant is almost upon us!
Bundle up and take in live music, dancing, storytelling, and magical light exhibitions!
When: Jan. 28–31
Where: The French Quarter & Mill Creek Ravine
Cost: Free!
wintercityedmonton.ca/event/flying...
#WinterCity #YEGwinter #YEG
Bundle up and take in live music, dancing, storytelling, and magical light exhibitions!
When: Jan. 28–31
Where: The French Quarter & Mill Creek Ravine
Cost: Free!
wintercityedmonton.ca/event/flying...
#WinterCity #YEGwinter #YEG
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The murder of Alex Pretti yesterday has affected me deeply, not only as an empathetic human but also as someone who has spent more than two decades attending protests, camera in hand. I wrote this poem as a way to digest my thoughts.
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#yeg
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#yeg
January 25, 2026 at 5:40 PM
The murder of Alex Pretti yesterday has affected me deeply, not only as an empathetic human but also as someone who has spent more than two decades attending protests, camera in hand. I wrote this poem as a way to digest my thoughts.
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#yeg
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#yeg
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January 24, 2026 at 7:43 PM
There is no serious justification for Alberta separation besides wanting to permanently entrench us as a silent field of oil and water for the US to suck dry.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
ANALYSIS | The more Trump allies covet Alberta, the less popular separatism may get | CBC News
Independence movement leaders cheer on U.S. cabinet member's praise, but resist talk of Alberta becoming part of States.
www.cbc.ca
January 24, 2026 at 6:17 PM
There is no serious justification for Alberta separation besides wanting to permanently entrench us as a silent field of oil and water for the US to suck dry.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...