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Too famous for his own good, Emerson might need to be moved away from selfie-seeking fans

Too famous for his own good, Emerson might need to be moved away from selfie-seeking fans

Fisheries agency says it has received reports of people getting their dogs and even their children to approach the elephant seal, putting both them and the animal at risk.
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U.S. killer-whale catcher has advice for B.C. rescuers — build rapport with your orca

U.S. killer-whale catcher has advice for B.C. rescuers — build rapport with your orca

ZEBALLOS, B.C.
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Emerson the elephant seal back in town just days after being relocated

Emerson the elephant seal back in town just days after being relocated

The elephant seal has been relocated several times but keeps returning to Greater Victoria.
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Powell River Salmon Society releases chum fry into creek

Powell River Salmon Society releases chum fry into creek

Many gathered to help fish begin their epic journey
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Carriage horse's fall in James Bay stemmed from harness malfunction: owner

Carriage horse's fall in James Bay stemmed from harness malfunction: owner

A long-time opponent of the horse-and-carriage business accused the company of downplaying the incident
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Wild turkey breaks into Quebec long-term care home, a sign of 'exploding' population

Wild turkey breaks into Quebec long-term care home, a sign of 'exploding' population

MONTREAL — A break-in by a wild turkey at a long-term care home south of Quebec City over the weekend is a sign that the range and population of the birds are expanding in Quebec, bringing them closer to people.
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Wildlife Rescue warns about the harmful effects of pest traps on wildlife

Wildlife Rescue warns about the harmful effects of pest traps on wildlife

The use of humane alternatives is highly recommended.
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Bald eagle recovers at Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society

Bald eagle recovers at Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society

PROWLS: Rescue of the month
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Camden's dogs: Family seeks homes for rescue dogs after son's death

Camden's dogs: Family seeks homes for rescue dogs after son's death

Camden Verlaan of the Sunshine Coast died in March 2023 while volunteering in Peru 
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Monique Keiran: 'Dawn chorus' might just be a voice warm-up

Monique Keiran: 'Dawn chorus' might just be a voice warm-up

Researchers believe it may be the equivalent of the mashup of sound that comes from the stage before a Victoria Symphony performance
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