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No leaf-munching tent caterpillar swarm this year, but likely in 2032-33, researcher says

No leaf-munching tent caterpillar swarm this year, but likely in 2032-33, researcher says

Tent caterpillars never completely disappear — populations are winnowed down, then explode periodically
Bird needs months of recovery after being found with clipped wings

Bird needs months of recovery after being found with clipped wings

The bird’s comfort around people and clipped wings suggest that it was likely being kept by someone trying to domesticate it.
From sanctuary to shipping lane: LNG Canada tankers threaten B.C.'s whale haven

From sanctuary to shipping lane: LNG Canada tankers threaten B.C.'s whale haven

BC Whales: "We've documented whales feeding, resting, and socializing in the very same areas LNG tankers will be travelling."
From wildflowers to honey jars: A tour of a Squamish apiary

From wildflowers to honey jars: A tour of a Squamish apiary

'Bee' prepared for an eye-opening experience. The Squamish Chief joined a tour at local apiary Bee Wild to learn how one woman is changing the way we think about bees.
North Pacific fisheries patrol finds dolphin harvesting and shark finning

North Pacific fisheries patrol finds dolphin harvesting and shark finning

Canadian-led Operation Pacific Guard cracks down on illegal fishing in North Pacific.
Scientists discover an ancient whale with a Pokémon face and a predator bite

Scientists discover an ancient whale with a Pokémon face and a predator bite

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Long before whales were majestic, gentle giants, some of their prehistoric ancestors were tiny, weird and feral.
B.C. Supreme Court upholds new chicken pricing formula

B.C. Supreme Court upholds new chicken pricing formula

The ruling upholds a decision to base poultry prices on local production costs, a model supported by chicken farmers.
Canadian-led patrol finds alleged shark finning, dolphin harvesting in North Pacific

Canadian-led patrol finds alleged shark finning, dolphin harvesting in North Pacific

A Canadian-led patrol of the North Pacific earlier this year uncovered dozens of alleged fisheries violations, including illegal shark finning and killing of dolphins.
Opinion: Fossils are scientific evidence, and shouldn’t be auctioned for millions to private buyers

Opinion: Fossils are scientific evidence, and shouldn’t be auctioned for millions to private buyers

Dinosaur fossils are sold for millions to private collectors. These fossils are scientific evidence, and need to be accessible for research and public education.
'Truckload' of chicken waste spotted floating down Lillooet River

'Truckload' of chicken waste spotted floating down Lillooet River

Authorities urge residents to report unusual pollution events after paddlers encounter a large volume of chicken remains drifting through the Lillooet River