Hello Friends,

When talking about the endangered species of Canada some species are vital to discuss. One such species is the woodland caribou. The woodland caribou is considered to be endangered and occupies large portions of habitat throughout many ecozones, primarily the boreal shield and the tundra. They can be found in most of Canada with only the exception of the Maritimes. As herbivores, they must travel large distances in search for food. Some even travel distances of over 600 miles during their migration. Caribou habitat is large areas of old growth woodland. This habitat provides not only the food that caribou need but also the shelter from predators such as the wolf and coyote. The caribou populations are dropping due to primarily habitat loss. As we know the caribou?s habitat is vital to their survival in more ways than one. However, human activities such as mining, logging, and urban sprawl is cutting into the caribou?s habitat. Also, recreational trails are being cut into the forests for recreational uses such as snowmobiling and skiing. However, these trails make it easier for predators and poachers to penetrate the habitat of the caribou. So, the caribou have become susceptible to more predators attacks and have had their food sources from the trees destroyed all from human activities. This is yet another species that has become endangered directly as a result of human activities. The woodland caribou is one of the few native deer species to Canada. It is our duty to protect such a species.

To find out more about the woodland caribou please visit: http://www.naturecanada.ca/endangered_know_our_species_woodlandcaribou.asp

Link Courtesy: Nature Canada

Regards,

Nitish Bhatt

Canada Ambassador

Founder and volunteer at United4Literacy