Category: Newfoundland

What Kind Of Squirrels Live In Newfoundland?

2000 General Status of Newfoundland and Labrador’s Terrestrial Mammals Family Common Name Newfoundland Sciuridae Northern Flying Squirrel Woodchuck Marmota monax Secure Eastern Chipmunk Exotic Red Squirrel Exotic Are there any squirrels in Newfoundland? Furthermore, Newfoundland has no racoons, porcupines, skunks, woodchucks, or ground squirrels. Quite a few mammals have been introduced—namely moose, mink, red squirrel, […]

Are Wolves Native To Newfoundland?

The Newfoundland Newfoundland (Canis lupus beothucus) was a subspecies of grey wolf that was native to Newfoundland. Were there wolves in Newfoundland? On September 14, 1839, the colonial government proclaimed a wolf bounty of five pounds sterling; a princely sum at the time. By about 1930, the Newfoundland Wolf was extinct. How big was the […]

Are Maple Trees Native To Newfoundland?

Similar Species: The only other native maple in Newfoundland and Labrador is mountain maple (Acer spicatum Lam.). Is the maple tree indigenous to Canada? There are more than 100 different species of maple around the world, 10 of which are native to Canada: sugar, black, silver, bigleaf, red, mountain, striped, Douglas, vine, and Manitoba. Where […]

What Animal Was Used To Symbolize The First Royal Newfoundland Regiment At Its Memorial?

The Woodland Caribou: Animal Mascot of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment. What does the caribou represent? The caribou is an important symbol to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador. They are native animals there and can be found on the cap badge of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment as they symbolize the strength of its soldiers. Is […]

Are Beavers Native To Newfoundland?

Native to both Newfoundland and Labrador. Is the beaver native to Canada? Beavers are native to Canada and have been considered Canada’s national icon for 300 years. However, they were once endangered throughout much of their range due to over-hunting for their thick fur. Where are beavers native to? Beavers are found throughout North America […]

Is St John’S Safe Newfoundland?

Crime rates in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada Level of crime 50.38 Moderate Problem people using or dealing drugs 65.32 High Problem property crimes such as vandalism and theft 57.57 Moderate Problem violent crimes such as assault and armed robbery 49.23 Moderate Problem corruption and bribery 36.90 Low How safe is St Johns Newfoundland? […]