When you picture encountering a polar bear in the wild you might imagine seeing a speck of creamy-yellow fur on a distant iceberg. But, head to the town of Churchill, on the shores of Hudson Bay in northern Canada, and you can get right up close to the world’s largest bears with the help of expert guides. Hundreds of bears roam this area over the summer Unable to hunt, they … [Read more...] about Polar bear watching in Canada
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This Street, That Street, The Other Street: When Canada Runs Out of Street Names
A small town in Canada has appearently run out of ideas for street names, giving comic relief for web surfers who discovered the road names there. “Hey man, which street you on?” “Oh, that street” “This street?” “No, that street!” Indeed, there must be a lot of confusion when people try to get to some addresses for the first time in Porters Lake, Nova Scotia, Canada. … [Read more...] about This Street, That Street, The Other Street: When Canada Runs Out of Street Names
René-Levasseur Island: The Inland Island in Canada That’s Larger Than the Lake It’s Situated In
Canada is home to some of the most beautiful and unique natural wonders in the world. Among them is an island that is larger in area than the lake it is situated in, known as René-Levasseur Island. This inland island is located in the Manicouagan Reservoir, which is a stunning natural lake that is located in the northern region of Quebec. René-Levasseur Island is a true … [Read more...] about René-Levasseur Island: The Inland Island in Canada That’s Larger Than the Lake It’s Situated In
Photographer Uncovers The White Ravens Of Legend In West Coast Forest
Throughout human history, the raven has been a powerful symbol and a popular subject of mythology and folklore. One of the largest corvids, the raven is known for their jet black appearance and their unusual caw, and their high intelligence. The birds also have a long lifespan and can live up to 21 years in the wild. They mate for life and are found throughout the Northern … [Read more...] about Photographer Uncovers The White Ravens Of Legend In West Coast Forest
Flabellinopsis iodinea
Flabellinopsis iodinea, the Spanish shawl, is a species of aeolid nudibranch, a very colorful sea slug. This is a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Flabellinidae. Distribution This species is native to the west coast of North America and farther south. It has been reported as far north as British Columbia, Canada, and as far south as Punta … [Read more...] about Flabellinopsis iodinea