Wild species that have been in declining in numbers risking extinction, or that are already near extinction, are called Species at Risk.

Over 30 wild species in Nova Scotia are formally designated as at risk. Habitat loss and destruction, global climate change, overhunting, pollution and the introduction of foreign species are the major factors that combine to put wild species at risk of disappearing forever from Nova Scotia.

To find out more, come with us on a Walking Tour of the Species at Risk you can see in the Shubenacadie Wildlife Park.