Category: Canada

Federal protection of Sea Otters is provided under the Marine Mammal Regulations, made pursuant to the Fisheries Act. The current range of Sea Otters in British Columbia likely represents not more than 15% of the occupied range of the species in the North Pacific. Can you hunt sea otters in Canada? In Canada, sea otters […]

Reindeer. Reindeer are large deer found in cold northerly regions in the northern hemisphere. Although they’re the same species, reindeer found in North America are known as ‘caribou’. Reindeer (caribou) in Canada make the longest migration of any (non-flying) land animal. Are there any animals associated with the Christmas holiday? Reindeer As the legend goes, […]

The Great Seal of Canada is one of the oldest and most honoured instruments of our government. Since the earliest days of our nation, Canada’s most important documents have been made official through the Seal’s imprint. What is the official seal of Canada? The beaver was given official status as an emblem of Canada when […]

Bighorn Sheep: $600 U.S. How much does a big horn sheep hunt cost? between $5,000 and $10,000Bighorn sheep hunts in the USA are priced between $5,000 and $10,000, but please note that all bighorn hunting offers in the USA cover only the outfitter’s services, and do not include a tag, which must be obtained by […]

Although commonly found in the Southern States and warmer regions, the assassin bug is no stranger to Canada due to recent climate changes. Can kissing bugs be found in Canada? Where kissing bugs are found. Kissing bugs are found in warm southern states of the U.S. and in Mexico, Central America, and South America. Are […]

Nearly all native birds in Canada are protected, even if they don’t migrate. The only native species that are excluded are birds of prey (hawks, owls, eagles, falcons), kingfishers, ravens, crows, jays, and three species in the blackbird family (rusty blackbirds, common grackles, and brown‐headed cowbirds). Are Ravens protected species in Canada? Birds protected by […]

Like all vertebrates in Canada, the river otter is legally protected through provincial and territorial legislation. Under these acts, certain uses of Canadian wildlife are allowed under specific regulations and only with the provision of licenses or permits. Can you hunt otters in Canada? In Canada, sea otters are protected under the federal Species at […]

This will help maintain natural adaptations that ensure the long-term survival of the individual animals and of the species. For these reasons, it is illegal in many municipalities (including London, Ontario) to excessively feed wildlife. The general rule is: Do not feed wildlife. Is it illegal to feed birds in Canada? Anyone feeding wildlife, including […]

Imports involving reptile species listed on Appendix I or II of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) require a permit from Canadian authorities before entering Canada, but non-CITES-listed species do not. Unfortunately, permits for many reptiles are not required. Can you import reptiles to Canada? Amphibians and Reptiles There are no border […]

Amphibians and reptiles are permitted from any country, for any use, to any destination in Canada. Can I bring my gecko to Canada? There are no border inspections and you can bring your reptile or amphibian friends from any country, for any use, to any destination in Canada. Can you bring reptiles across the Canadian […]