by Alberta Native Bee Council | Dec 17, 2024
Alberta Migratory Bird Sanctuaries is a Nature Alberta project to encourage nature appreciation, wildlife observations, and participation in citizen science on iNaturalist at protected migratory bird sanctuaries. In Alberta we have 3 sanctuaries: Saskatoon Lake, Gaetz...
by Alberta Native Bee Council | Dec 17, 2024
The Alberta Biodiversity Challenge invites Albertans to take part in a photo BioBlitz in June using the iNaturalist app. Several cities in Alberta compete to see which can generate the most observations during the event. The BioBlitz has been expanded to also include...
by Alberta Native Bee Council | Dec 17, 2024
The May Bird Count was initiated in 1976 by Nature Alberta to track bird populations across Alberta at a fixed time of year, providing insight into population trends over time. It was also intended to encourage cooperative efforts toward understanding local natural...
by Alberta Native Bee Council | Dec 17, 2024
In 2017, the Alberta Native Bee Council launched a citizen science program to monitor bumble bee nest boxes, similar to birdhouses. While colonization rates vary, about 25% of boxes in Alberta are occupied, with urban areas showing higher success. Participants can...
by Bradley Peter | Dec 17, 2024
ABHuntLog is a feature in the free iHunter Alberta app for collecting large-scale, long-term wildlife population data. Outdoor recreationists, hunters, and Métis harvesters can voluntarily submit observations of ungulates, carnivores, waterfowl, and other game species...
