New report: Intact Habitat Landscapes and Woodland Caribou on the Island of Newfoundland

, November 16th, 2011
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A new report has been released about woodland caribou on the island of Newfoundland. Woodland caribou in Newfoundland have recently experienced a steep and rapid decline. While predation on caribou calves is a key reason for this decline, habitat alteration from human land use and activities can result in functional habitat loss – a decline in caribou occupancy well beyond the immediate footprint of the disturbance. Disturbed areas also allow predators easier access to caribou herds. [Continue...]

Keeping woodland caribou in the boreal forest: Big challenge, immense opportunity

, July 13th, 2011
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Woodland caribou, once abundant throughout much of mainland Canada and the northern United States, have been a major source of concern in recent decades due to significant declines in their population and loss of about half of their historic range. [Continue...]