Canadian Snow Bunting Network
The North American populations of this magnificent passerine have declined by about 60% over the last 40 years
Snow buntings reproduce north of the Arctic range and migrate towards the southern part of Canada during the winter months. Scientists seeking to understand the causes of this decline have begun to further their studies relating to this species in Canada. The Network was created to establish a broad community of scientists and community members who track and document the winter behaviours of snow buntings across the country.
Vision for the future
The Zoo de Granby hopes to coordinate snow bunting banding efforts throughout Québec as well as offer awareness-raising activities.
Overview
Since 2021, Granby Zoo has joined this network and contributes to the monitoring of populations in the Eastern Townships. Zoo biologists are collaborating with this project by capturing, banding and collecting data on individuals. These marked individuals can then be recaptured or observed at another location to better understand their movements.
HELP US TO PROTECT THEM
In addition to working directly in the field, the Zoo financially supports the initiatives of some fifteen conservation organizations in ten countries around the world to save endangered species. It also collaborates with some forty partners who are dedicated to the protection of our flora and fauna.
