Category: Manitoba

Species At Risk, are wildlife species that have been identified as requiring special care and management in order to ensure their Manitoba-based populations continue to exist. In total, Manitoba is home to 59 species that have been identified under Schedule 1 of the Federal government’s Species At Risk Act (SARA). What endangered species are in […]

Most of the spiders found in Winnipeg are harmless, or at least not venomous. But there are a couple of serious challengers to that title. Although rare, both the venomous black widow and the even more alarming brown recluse are to be found in the southern reaches of our province. Does Canada have poisonous bugs? […]

Riding Mountain National Park. Riding Mountain National Park is a bison hotspot here in Manitoba, thanks to its captive herd of 40 plains bison. Are there buffalo in Manitoba? American Bison are often found in open grasslands stretching across prairies and plains or in river valleys. In Canada, they can be found in parts of […]

The bison. The bison has become a majestic symbol of Manitoba’s pioneering spirit and is the official symbol of Manitoba’s provincial government. However, it wasn’t until June 12, 2014 that the North American Plains Bison was designated as the mammal emblem of Manitoba. What is Manitoba’s bird? the great grey owlManitoba adopted the great grey […]

Canadian provincial flag consisting of a red field (background) with the Union Jack in the canton and the provincial coat of arms—a bison and a Cross of St. George—at the fly end; the flag may be described as a defaced Canadian Red Ensign. What is the Manitoba flag called? The Red EnsignThe Red Ensign features […]

The Sandhill crane is one species that Birdtail Waterfowl guests and guides truly cherish. Hunting Sandhill cranes in Manitoba is easily the most unique waterfowl hunting experience available, and it just might be the most rewarding opportunity we offer. Can you hunt cranes in Canada? Permits are required to hunt and possess the Sandhill Crane. […]

Groundhog Day: Manitoba Merv sees shadow, six more weeks of winter | CTV News. What did the groundhog say 2022 Winnipeg? Manitoba is looking at six more weeks of winter, at least according to a stuffed groundhog at Oak Hammock Marsh. “Manitoba Merv” saw his shadow on Wednesday morning — Groundhog Day — which, according […]

Golden Eagles that breed in Canada and Alaska migrate south for winter to the United States and northern Mexico. However, Golden Eagles in western US states remain all year. Do eagles migrate in Manitoba? Bald eagles usually migrate south during October, returning in April. In Manitoba, they are particularly noticeable along large river valleys, such […]

What does it look like? Up to 3 feet tall and with a wingspan of 7.5 feet, the imposing Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) is one of Manitoba’s largest birds. Are there Eagles in Manitoba? The Bald Eagle is a common breeder in Manitoba. Numbers have undoubtedly increased substantially from the 1300 breeding pairs estimated to […]

After all, Manitoba is home to both wood bison (Bison bison athabascae) and plains bison (Bison bison bison). Plains bison have massive heads and shaggy capes, while woods bison have triangular heads and more distinctive shoulder humps. Are there Bisons in Manitoba? Over 50 commercial producers raise bison on the grasslands of Manitoba. Bison are […]