1/2 Super small, but super important!. They may be hard to see, but zooplankton are an important prey for many species living in Canada’s Arctic, from small fish to mighty whales. While smaller than a paperclip, they are an essential part of the ocean food web.

2/2 Learn more about them in the latest Canada’s Oceans Now: Arctic Ecosystems report:

The biodiversity in Canada is something out of the ordinary! ✨. In our ever-growing world, we must work in harmony to ensure the safety and prosperity of the land, waters, and creatures that make Canada, Canada. Learn more:

The St. Anns Bank MPA is located off the east coast of Cape Breton Island (Unama’ki), Nova Scotia (Mi’kma’ki). 🌊 It is part of a migration corridor for marine mammals and fish that travel in and out of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Learn more:

It’s National Invasive Species Action Month! Think you’ve spotted an aquatic invasive species?. Here’s what to do:.✔️ Don't put it back in the water.✔️ Take photos.✔️ Note the location, date and key details.✔️ Contact us to report your sighting: #NISAM2025

Attention Atlantic Canada commercial harvesters! Reporting lost gear is a condition of licence. Reporting lost gear helps support sustainable fishing, protects marine ecosystems, and helps prevent future loss. 📲 Report now:

The giant Pacific octopus is like a sea bird of prey! This sea-dweller has a sharp beak like a parrot that helps it crack open crabs to eat. It can also change colour from white to deep red in just 1/10 of a second! Learn more about this talented species:

Some of these things are not like the others!. Did you know that while most species of sharks have 5 pairs of gills, some have up to 7 pairs?. Learn more:

1/3 It’s National Invasive Species Action Month! #NISAM2025. Keeping your kayak, canoe, or paddleboard clean is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.

2/3 Follow these three simple steps:.✅ Clean your boat and gear.✅ Drain any water.✅ Dry all equipment before moving to a new waterbody.Make it a habit to clean, drain, and dry all recreational boats and gear that have come into contact with water.

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1/2 Today is National Endangered Species Day. The Habitat Stewardship Program for Aquatic Species at Risk has been helping to protect and recover the 140 at-risk aquatic species across Canada since 2000.

2/2 Learn more about the importance of this work:.

1/2 It’s National Invasive Species Action Month! #NISAM2025. Did you know your water craft could carry some unwelcome passengers?

2/2 Aquatic invasive species can cling to your motorized boats and trailers. After spending time in the water make sure to clean, drain and dry your equipment thoroughly to prevent aquatic invasive species from catching a free ride.

Prevention Is key and starts with you! Watch to learn more:

1/2 It’s National Invasive Species Action Month! Help protect our waters! 🌊 #NISAM2025. It only takes three simple steps to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species:.✅ Clean your boat and gear.✅ Drain any water.✅ Dry all equipment before heading to a new waterbody

2/2 By making these actions a habit before and after every trip, you can protect our ecosystems and keep our waters healthy. Find out more by watching this video:

Do you know your aquatic invasive species? Which of these species is invasive to Canada?. A) European green crab.B) Zebra mussel.C) Eurasian water milfoil.D) All of the above. Comment your answer below!

The answer is D) all of the above! Aquatic invasive species may seem harmless, but they have negative impacts on Canada’s ecosystems and economy. It’s National Invasive Species Action Month! Take the opportunity to learn more: #NISAM2025.

The shortfin mako is a top athlete among sharks, capable of swimming up to 68 km/h and leaping out of the water up to 6 metres!. Learn more: