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RE-ESTABLISHMENT

of the spiny softshell turtles in Québec

  • Bat recovery in Québec
  • Re-establishment of the spiny softshell turtles in Québec
  • Coming to the rescue of elephants and gorillas in Cameroon
  • Biodiversity and conservation in Granby's woodlands parks
  • Protecting the nesting habitats of the chimney swift
  • Ecology and acoustic monitoring of the flying squirrels in Québec
  • Conservation and ecotourism on the Saint-Quentin Island
  • Health status of our giants of the sea

A sustainable partnership that makes a difference

This important project aims at increasing the number of spiny softshell turtles and to study the only viable population of this threatened species in Quebec (in the Lake Champlain region).

Overview

Since 2009, 106 nests have been found and placed in the Zoo’s incubators. More than 1,700 newborns were released in the wild. A telemetry monitoring of the juveniles has been conducted since 2016. The protection and establishment of shoreline habitats, a school program and awareness-raising activities in the region have also been carried out. The Mikinak Turtle Festival was initiated in 2016.

Vision for the future

Monitoring egg-laying activities will go on until 2022, with the objective of returning 2,000 young turtles in nature. A new telemetry season will start in 2021. The various awareness raising activities and stewardships will continue as well with citizens, then within the context of a partnership agreement with Nature Conservancy Canada.

The Zoo de Granby is recognized by its peers throughout Canada

In 2014, the Zoo de Granby received the CAZA Col. G.D. Dailley Award for Ex-situ Species Propagation, for its program on the spiny softshell turtle.

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Amazing place to take the family! Lots of animals to see, amazing water park and fun rides. Great packages available with hotels close by for out of town visitors. Highly recommend!

Paul Winch

I had an amazing time here with my family! My kids absolutely loved it. Amazing experience :)

Mario Sevo

First time visiting here on our annual summer week in Québec. We went for the 2 day family pass, and had an amazing time. The 2 days allowed us to take our time around the park, and gave plenty of time as well for cooling off at the Amazoo. We'll definitely come back!

JR Bélanger

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