Habitat Conservation

The term "habitat" describes the environment where wild species live. It includes all the conditions that species need to thrive such as climate, water and the availability of food and shelter. Habitat requirements can vary in size and location, depending on the time of year and the life cycle of the organism.

Random Images BoxHabitat loss and degradation are perhaps the most important pressures facing wildlife today. The Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) of Environment Canada considers habitat protection vital to conserving wildlife and is making efforts to preserve the remaining wilderness areas that support healthy and diverse wildlife populations. Efforts are also focused on creating and protecting wildlife areas where habitat losses have been greatest. The protection and wise use of Canada's wildlife habitat are a joint responsibility, shared by governments, non-government organizations, the public, Aboriginal groups, and the private sector.