Category Archives: Species of the Week

Scientific name: Chrysops cincticornis As the summer season comes to an end, we have a species to look back on that you might have enjoyed in the park (or not). Although deer flies can be annoying, you may not have … Continue reading →

Scientific name: Ardea herodias The Great Blue Heron is an impressively large gray-blue bird that is sure to grab your attention. They stand at 1 metre tall but only weigh an average of 5-6 pounds because of their hollow bones! … Continue reading →

Ambystoma maculatum The Spotted Salamander is black-gray in colour with vibrant, yellow-orange spots. Along its sides, this salamander can have 11-13 costal grooves. These grooves increase the surface area of a salamander’s skin and allow more water to collect on … Continue reading →