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Blind as a bat? Top five bat myths busted!

bat lying on wood
October 24, 2025

Clever. Affectionate. Helpful. Vulnerable. Not many people use these words to describe bats. Creepy, ugly, scary or dangerous are far more likely choices — and yet bats truly are intelligent, sensitive creatures. They perform valuable ecosystem services as pollinators, seed dispersers and insect predators. Bats are among the most misunderstood animals in the world. Myths …

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BC SPCA urges drivers to use extra caution as daylight hours dwindle

barred owl on tree branch
September 15, 2025

With the transition to autumn comes dwindling daylight hours, which typically signals an increase in owl patients at the BC SPCA’s Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre (Wild ARC). The higher number of these night-time hunters needing care showcases how dangerous this time of year can be for nocturnal wildlife. This is a very risky time for …

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Don’t feed wildlife: It can do more harm than good

July 22, 2025

Feeding wildlife can seem like an enjoyable way to connect with nature, but it can often lead to serious problems for species like squirrels, raccoons, deer and bears. Even unintentional wildlife feeding can cause problems. Wild animals who get used to a hand-out will often take the easy route despite ample natural foods being available …

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Leave the wildlife alone: Baby seals are a part of busy B.C. beach season

Harbour seal pup with mom on dock
July 17, 2025

Humans aren’t the only ones who like the beach. A popular summertime destination, B.C.’s sandy shorelines are also attractive to local wildlife, like harbour seals. Starting in June, beaches all along the coast are transformed into harbour seal nurseries, as female seals come ashore to give birth, nurse and protect their young. Seal pup season …

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Don’t miss the opportunity to speak up for exotic cats in British Columbia!

BC SPCA Do serval cats make good house pets?
July 8, 2025

The BC SPCA is encouraging British Columbians to share their feedback on the regulation of all exotic cats with the provincial government. These wild cats are not native to British Columbia or Canada, and they suffer when they are bred and kept in captivity and sold for large profits in the pet trade.  For decades, the …

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