By land and sea

Article Abstract:

Marbled murrelets are inhabitants of the sea, and come ashore only during the April-to-August breeding season. Unlike most alcids which nest at highly visible coastal colonies, these birds build nests inland, usually in large tracts of mature or old-growth forests.

Research, Murrelets, Animal breeding

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A Canadian rarity: after migrating north 5000 years ago, deerberry is retreating to its southern home

Article Abstract:

Deerberries in Canada are better adjusted to dry and rocky areas among open woodlands such as the Niagara Falls area and Thousand Islands in southern Ontario. Other names for the species are squaw huckleberry and southern gooseberry.

Environmental aspects, Gooseberries, Huckleberries

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North America's largest shorebird

Article Abstract:

The long-billed curlew population has declined significantly during the 20th century. This bird now nests across western North America, with wintering taking place largely in shallow water habitats.

Curlews

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