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Grizzly bear confirmed in Lang Creek area of qathet region

Grizzly bear confirmed in Lang Creek area of qathet region

Animal was in the salmon hatchery area; BC Conservation Officer Service advises residents to avoid that location
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Orcas spotted at Squamish's Sp'akw'us Feather Park

Orcas spotted at Squamish's Sp'akw'us Feather Park

Local snaps images of two adults, one calf last Saturday, Sept. 21.
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See: Black bears are active in Squamish as they prepare for hibernation

See: Black bears are active in Squamish as they prepare for hibernation

Ethical wildlife photography: Expert tips from WildSafeBC.
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Vet removes strap that was slowly strangling sea lion

Vet removes strap that was slowly strangling sea lion

A veterinarian and team from the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society used a dart to sedate the large male sea lion on a rocky outcrop before removing the strap
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Zoos need to become more involved in conservation than entertainment: zoo conference

Zoos need to become more involved in conservation than entertainment: zoo conference

CALGARY — Zoos and aquariums around the world need to undergo an evolution from just focusing on entertainment to conservation in order to remain relevant with the public, an international conference has been told.
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Regional map helps identify invasive species in qathet region

Regional map helps identify invasive species in qathet region

Knotweed, bullfrogs and hogweed threaten global biodiversity
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New baby for endangered southern residents; mom spotted alone with calf

New baby for endangered southern residents; mom spotted alone with calf

The tiny orca was spotted with L90 Ballena — a 31-year-old female who has never been documented with a calf — off Lime Kiln Park on San Juan Island
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Chemainus woman raises alarm after accidentally touching bat with rabies

Chemainus woman raises alarm after accidentally touching bat with rabies

Melanye Walker, who had to undergo a series of vaccinations, says she didn’t realize how important it was to get treated after a bat encounter
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Endorse banning glue traps, BC SPCA urges municipalities

Endorse banning glue traps, BC SPCA urges municipalities

A resolution on the issue is due before the Union of BC Municipalities convention next week.
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Girl, 12, confronted by cougar on way to school in Sooke

Girl, 12, confronted by cougar on way to school in Sooke

Ginevra Vanveen was walking along a pathway between SEAPARC Rec Centre and Journey Middle School when the cougar appeared about six feet in front of her, went into a crouch and started snarling
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