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Western Redcedar
Photo: Getty

Western Redcedar

The Western Redcedar (Thuja plicata) is a large evergreen conifer that commonly reaches 45 to 60 metres in height, with exceptional individuals exceeding 70 metres under ideal growing conditions. Trunks may grow more than four metres in diameter, making this...

bald eagle
Photo: Joe Cseh

Bald Eagle

The Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is one of the largest birds of prey in North America, typically standing 70 to 90 centimetres tall with a wingspan that often exceeds two metres, sometimes reaching 2.4 metres. Individuals may weigh more than...

Banana Slug
Photo: Terry Trapnell

Banana Slug

The Banana Slug is one of the largest land slugs in North America, commonly measuring 15 to 25 centimetres in length when fully extended, although some individuals may grow even larger under favourable conditions. Despite their soft appearance, banana slugs...

Pronghorn
Photo: Amber Fortowsky
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