Quizzes
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5 questions about Canadian bats
Bats are an important part of the ecosystem. Learn more about Canada’s bats by taking this quiz. Read more »
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5 questions about freshwater fish
Learn more about fish species in Canada — from the Cultus pygmy sculpin in BC to Atlantic salmon in our eastern waters — by taking this quiz.Read more »
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Test your knowledge about Canadian snakes
While snakes may not be the poster child of all things cute and cuddly, they are fascinating and admirable in their own way. Whether you're a snake savant or simply a citizen, test out your knowledge of our slithery friends below. Read more »
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5 questions about the Gifts of Canadian Nature species
Each year, the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) launches an alternative gift-giving program called Gifts of Canadian Nature for the holiday season. Take our quiz and learn more about the five new species you can symbolically adopt this year. Read more »
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5 questions about alvars: a rare ecosystem
At first glance, alvars can appear as flat, barren landscapes. But did you know this naturally open habitat is one of the rarest ecosystems, globally? Characterized by shallow soils on limestone bedrock, alvars support many unique species of plants, birds and insects. Take the quiz below to learn more about this ecosystem.Read more »
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5 questions about temperate grasslands: The most endangered ecosystem in world
Canada is a nation with diverse habitat types and changing landscapes. Rolling hills and tall grasses swaying in the wind are iconic backdrops of our country. But did you know that grasslands are the most endangered ecosystem in the world? Learn about grasslands and the species that depend on them in the quiz below.Read more »
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Test your knowledge on reptiles and amphibians of Canada
Turtles give people the impression of being a hardy and well-protected species. But did you know that one of the biggest threats to turtles, snakes, frogs and salamanders is being killed while crossing roads? Test your knowledge of Canada’s reptiles and amphibians, and learn how you can help protect them.Read more »
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5 questions about ranching and conservation
Prior to European settlement, vast herds of plains bison and other grazing animals roamed the Northern Great Plains. They were an important part of the ecosystem and helped support a diversity of other species. Today, ranching can help maintain the health of the grasslands in place of plains bison and other grazing animals. Learn how ranchers help conserve grassland habitats in the quiz below:Read more »
