Boreal Forests

Honoring David Schindler, a Champion of the Boreal Forest
March 11, 2021 — Schindler was a consummate biologist/ecologist who viewed Western science and Indigenous knowledge as essential companions.
Keeping Track of These Boreal Nomads Is Notoriously Difficult
March 02, 2021 — The irregular irruptions of winter finches inspire both delight and bewilderment among migration scientists.
Count the Boreal Birds That Connect Us
February 12, 2021 — The Great Backyard Bird Count will help us understand how bird populations are faring in the boreal forest, and across the globe.
National Leaders Sign a Much-Needed Pledge for Birds and Nature
October 01, 2020 — At the United Nations Biodiversity Summit, seventy-five world leaders dedicated their countries to a new higher level of support for nature conservation.
New Report Highlights the Importance of the Seal River Watershed
September 28, 2020 — The area is a critically important breeding and migratory stopover for huge numbers of waterfowl, including Common Goldeneye and Black Scoter.
A New Study Shows What It Will Take to Reverse Biodiversity Declines
September 17, 2020 — Indigenous stewardship of land in Canada, Alaska, and beyond are key to reaching biodiversity goals.
New Study: Boreal Forest Is Key to Reaching Biodiversity and Climate Goals
September 16, 2020 — Many globally important places for biodiversity and climate, including the boreal forest, are being conserved by Indigenous governments.
A Last Chance for Large-Scale Conservation
September 04, 2020 — New paper shows that more than 1.2 billion acres of the Boreal Forest biome remains ecologically intact, but we must protect it now.
It's Summer In the Boreal Forest
August 13, 2020 — A whole new year's worth of birds is about to start its southbound migration. We need to make sure they have food and shelter along the way.
How to Find Comfort in Watching for Boreal Birds
May 05, 2020 — For Boreal conservation expert Jeff Wells, birds and nature are the calming salve that counters collective anxiety during the pandemic.