Slimes and Scales Moore Habitat Management Area

Slimes and Scales Moore Habitat Management Area

Young Naturalists Ssss! – slimy, scaly, secretive and species at risk! We have a diversity of reptiles and amphibians here but some can be hard to find. Learn some tips and tricks on how to find them and how to use your cell phone to be a part of science. Where to Meet Moore Habitat Management Area. Bickford Line, Wilkesport. East of Kimball Sideroad. What to bring – water sunblock and insect repellent (wash hands thoroughly after application for the sake of our amphibians) hat reptile/amphibian field guide Ontario Nature - Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas (ORRA) App (free -…
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Too Cold For Singing Frogs And Toads

Too Cold For Singing Frogs And Toads

The weather did not co-operate for the LWI Frogs and Toads outing in April of this year. North winds were blowing over the Dow Wetlands and the temperature was a bit above zero. Everyone thought they were dressed for the outing. Most soon realized that they could have been better covered. Toques, hoods, gloves and winter coats were needed. Regardless, twenty people were interested enough to meet tour leader Kim Gledhill for the tour. The LWI Guide to Natural Areas of Lambton County, 2009, reports “the idea for the Dow Wetlands was born when a large quantity of clean soil…
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