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Abandoned peat
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RESEARCH
AND PROTECTION
Massasaugas were once commonly seen in this
area. Today, they are
rarely found. Concerted efforts are needed to ensure the survival of
this isolated population.
WAINFLEET
RECOVERY
INITIATIVES
Wildlife
• Data Collection on wildlife in the area
• Research on wildlife habitat use within the bog
• Population assessment
• Indicator and rare species research
• Educational material on rattlesnakes
Hydrology
• Restoration of more original bog water
table
• Monitoring water levels
Vegetation
• Restored bare peat extracted fields
• Restoring bog plant communities
• Developing educational tours and self interpretative trails
• Monitored vegetation studies during various bog restoration phases
• restoration trials |
