Road closure for salamanders in #Burlington 🦎
King Road is closed from Mar 11 - Apr 8 to protect endangered Jefferson salamanders during their migration.
Since salamanders are small and slow, they are almost impossible for drivers to spot.
“Every salamander that crosses King Road in the spring has a much higher chance of surviving that journey when there are fewer cars on the road." - Teagan Netten/Ontario Nature
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It’s unfortunate that those who spent a lifetime trying to preserve the unique nature and sensitive species and ecosystems of the valley are having it undone by continued development. It’s lucky that this is happening in Toronto where few care. @envirodefence@OntarioNature
@RNUP_NOW Unfortunately about the most ecologically damaging choice that could be made for a provincially significant wetland full of endangered species. Likely breaking federal SARA legislation if challenged in court.
Giving Tuesday is a nice after thought, a day after everyone has spent all their money on things; there is really nothing left for charitable giving. Instead consider a thoughtful Thursday and give before you spend. All creatures big and small really need your help.
Planned extirpation: By removing these 106 species from the official list under its new Species Conservation Act, the Ontario government is withdrawing recognition of their imperiled status, writes Justina C. Ray https://t.co/Rznut62h02 #cdnpoli#onpoli#SpeciesatRisk
All creatures big and small need our help, as the world around us deregulates and removes protections and laws. None of the ecosystems and species around us can call a politician, or vote for help. It’s up to all of us to help save the environment for the future.
Today is National Philanthropy Day, this day signifies the importance of working together for the common good. Philanthropic deeds come in all shapes and sizes — charitable giving, volunteering. The environment and nature has never needed it more. https://t.co/B8vJO8hqjk
A brand new round of Watershed Planning has begun for the Rouge River and its many tributaries. If you want to try and maintain or improve your local ecosystems and help to conserve species and habitats, we recommend that you get involved. https://t.co/P0Ia9RAai9