Churchill Photos of the Week-Summer

Some fresh summer shots from Churchill local photographer and Parc’s Canada ranger Rhonda Reid. Churchill is full of many surprises as summer starts to blend into fall during August. A Natural Habitat Adventures group was incredibly fortunate to see polar bears, beluga whales and northern lights last week which is always an incredible feat!

Northern grass of parnassus.

Northern grass of parnassus with pollinating insects in petals. Rhonda Reid photo.

Precambrian shield in Churchill.

Precambrian shield sloping down towards the Hudson Bay. Rhonda Reid photo.

Polar bear mom and cub Churchill River.

Polar bear mom and cub nearing the dock at Cape Merry. Rhonda Reid photo.

Manitoba Conservation officer monitoring polar bears.

Manitoba Conservation officer monitoring bears emerging from water. Rhonda Reid photo.

Polar bears near Cape merry Churchill.

Polar bear sow and cub on the far point rocks near Cape Merry. Rhonda Reid photo.

Churchill Video of the Week – Beluga Habitat

Beluga whale estuaries in the Hudson Bay are being studied for their thriving ecosystems. Biologists are focusing on whale populations that are healthy and the factors that contribute to their success. These factors have overlapping effects and allow for healthy populations of other species in the area. Polar bears, Arctic birds, fish, foxes and other land and sea animals thrive when an ecosystem enjoys favorable balance.

This video from Seal River, just north along the coast from Churchill, shows a quite similar ecosystem to Churchill. Enjoy the beautiful footage and insightful views from the various biologists working in the area. Nice to hear some good news about the Arctic these days!

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