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Advancing Our Whooping Crane Species Pledge: 2026 Update

On Saturday, February 7, people around the world are coming together for Reverse the Red Day, a global movement driving urgent action for endangered and threatened species. Join us as we shine a spotlight on conservation efforts and the incredible work being done to protect wildlife for generations to come.

Advancing Our Whooping Crane Species Pledge: 2026 Update

On Saturday, February 7, people around the world are coming together for Reverse the Red Day, a global movement driving urgent action for endangered...

A Global Hub for Human-Centered Conservation

  Linking the Health and Livelihoods of People with the Conservation of Wild Species At your Wilder Institute, we understand that protecting...

A Curiously Isolated Butterfly: Protecting One of Alberta’s Rarest Species

In the windswept grasslands of Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, a tiny butterfly is changing the way we see the natural world. This year, our...

AGAINST THE ODDS: ORGANIZATIONS ACROSS CANADA WORK TO SAVE SANDHILL CRANE FROM DEADLY ILLNESS

28 OCTOBER (Calgary, AB) – In June 2019, a tiny sandhill crane chick hatched at the Wilder Institute. Six years later, that same bird, named...

A Fragile Ecosystem on the Edge: Safeguarding the Limestone Barrens of Newfoundland

Vast, windswept, and rocky— Newfoundland’s limestone barrens can feel like you’re on the edge of the world. The soil is thin, the winds relentless,...

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The Wilder Side

This video series will introduce you to unique species-at-risk that are at the forefront of novel conservation strategies. Not only are these ecologically significant species that play an important role in their habitat, but they are also ones that act to represent others of their kind.

Ep 6. Browsers

These ‘Browsers’ are a Critically Endangered species found in the high altitude forests of Kenya. They are the largest, heaviest, and most colourful of the forest antelopes in Africa. With less than 60 of them left in the wild, we’re working hard with our partners and communities to help bring them back.

Ep 5. Dancers

These impressive Dancers rely on their moves to catch the attention of females in the wild. Competition is fierce though, as the females are judging the males on their skills. Follow the Dancers in their extraordinary fight for survival.

Ep 4. Borrowers

Despite being small, our next Wilder Side species makes up for their tiny stature by being resourceful and fierce. The “borrowers” are a unique species which, as our title implies, borrow from their surrounding landscape and fellow animals. Who are these borrowers you may ask? Watch our next wilder side episode to find out!

Ep 3. Whistlers

These whistlers are considered Canada’s most endangered mammal. They use their loud whistle to raise an alarm when predators are nearby. Found only in one unique habitat, these whistlers are ready to make a comeback in their home, with the help of some conservation heroes.

Ep 2. Singers

These Singers may not produce your typical bird songs, but to us, they are just as beautiful! These Singers, found in swampy marshes and wetlands across North America, have a variety of vocalizations that help us determine where breeding areas are for this species. Can you guess who these Singers may be?

Ep 1. Climbers

These climbers are found throughout the boreal forests of North America. They use their stealth to hunt the most difficult of prey. Learn about how these climbers are contributing to their landscape, and how the Wilder Institute is working to preserve the unique characteristics they bring to our Wilder world.

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