Celebrate Canadian Environment Week – a week designated to celebrate environmental accomplishments for nature protection.

From Thames Talbot Land Trust

Biodiversity – the variety of wildlife – is an indicator of health for natural landscapes. Canada’s strategy to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030 largely revolves around environmental protection, conservation, and restoration because in order to increase biodiversity, we need to protect and conserve habitat for wildlife.

Nature reserves provide homes to many species that play important roles in indicating habitat health. For example, the Scarlet Tanager, a bird found in large and old mixed forests in eastern North America, is very sensitive to changes in their environment, especially habitat fragmentation. When their habitats are fragmented or reduced in size, It’s harder for them to find suitable sites for nesting, sheltering, and feeding due to competition with other species. In addition, migration becomes more challenging as there are less safe spaces to rest and eat in-between flights. Many other species are affected by habitat loss, which makes it important for us to find ways to keep habitats intact and connected.

With over 2,300 acres of protected land, TTLT is committed to protecting nature in our local communities to support our native wildlife. This wouldn’t be possible without the support of all the folks who contribute to our mission. Together, we are building a greener future for all.

Photo by P. Allen Woodliffe (Slide 1), Brenda Gallagher (Slide 2, Left & Right)