Category: Vancouver

Does Vancouver Have Raccoons?

British Columbia’s raccoon populations are found all over Vancouver Island, and Haida Gwaii, whereas the interior has only seen raccoons as far as Little Fort British Columbia. The raccoon is not well adapted to the cold temperature and deep snow that the interior sees, making Vancouver Island very optimal for them. Where can I see […]

Does Vancouver Have Possums?

Not native to Vancouver, Opossums migrated from easterly parts of North America such as Virginia. They are furry with naked tails, often found in rural areas, farmlands or less urban areas. They are expert climbers and build nests by carrying leaves in their tails. Do possums live in Vancouver BC? The current range of Virginia […]

How Many Sea Otters Does The Vancouver Aquarium Have?

Mammals at the aquarium Species Status Population worldwide Sea otters Endangered 106,000 Steller sea lion Near threatened 52,000 California sea lion Least concern 337,000 Harbor seal Least concern 315,000 Does Vancouver Aquarium have sea otters? Animal Size All the sea otters living at the Vancouver Aquarium were rescued as orphaned pups. They have all been […]

Where Can I See Otters In Vancouver?

River Otter. The North American River Otter (Lontra Canadensis) can be found in many places around Vancouver Island. You may see them in spots like Esquimalt Harbour and Lagoon, Telegraph Cove, Tofino and Ucluelet harbours, Jack Point in Nanaimo or anywhere there is a dock, estuary, or river. Where can I find otters in BC? […]

How Many Coyotes Are In Vancouver?

The coyote population in Vancouver is estimated at between 200 – 250 animals. The total for the Fraser Valley is estimated at 2,000 to 3,000. Coyotes have been tracked in Stanley Park since 1988 when they were first observed. TO: Vancouver City Council SUBJECT: Coexisting with Coyotes in the Urban Environment How many coyotes live […]