Flowers: Cup Shape
Picture Collections
8 images of some flowerheads such as roses and water lilies whose outer petals are longer than the petals in the centre of the flower
Flowers: Irregular Shape
Picture Collections
3 images of some asymmetrical flowerheads such as an iris and an Orchis Sima or Monkey Orchid
Flowers: Radial Shape
Picture Collections
7 images of some symmetrical flowerheads such as asters and sunflowers whose petals radiate from the centre of the flower
Flowers: Trumpet Shape
Picture Collections
5 images of some flowerheads such as petunias and lilies that start as a narrow base and widen to an open shape
How are Arctic Animals in Canada Affected by Climate Change?
STEM Explained
Arctic animals have evolved to thrive in harsh arctic ecosystems, but the environmental footprint created by climate change is affecting their survival.
Eutrophication: Why you should care about pond scum
STEM Explained
When fertilizers from agriculture get into lakes and rivers, big problems can result for aquatic ecosystems, food chains & webs!
Birds: Nest Construction
Picture Collections
images of some birds in the process of building their nests
Birds: Nests
Picture Collections
10 images of some birds' nests showing various designs, structures and materials used for building them
Birds: Raptors (Birds of Prey)
Picture Collections
5 images of predatory birds that hunt and feed on other animals such as eagles, the Great Horned Owl and vultures
Birds: Songbirds
Picture Collections
10 images of some birds such as finches, chickadees and cardinals that produce sounds and calls in a musical way
Canadian Invaders!
STEM Explained
Beavers are a Canadian symbol. But in South America, they’re considered an invasive species.
Birds: Aquatic
Picture Collections
12 images of some birds such as seagulls, puffins, ducks and Canada Geese that live on or around freshwater or saltwater habitats
Birds: Flightless
Picture Collections
4 images of some birds such as emus and penguins that have less developed or small wings and have evolved over time not to be able to fly
Birds: Landfowl
Picture Collections
4 images of some birds that are heavy-bodied and ground feeders such as turkeys, pheasants and peacocks
Amphibians
Picture Collections
12 images of some cold-blooded animals such as frogs and newts classified as amphibians that can live in the water or on land