Monday, March 5, 2007

First Post (an introduction)

The Fundy Flying Squirrel Project is conducting research in southern New Brunswick in and around Fundy National Park. It is long-term study of the population dynamics of the northern flying squirrel in relation to habitat fragmentation. Habitat fragmentation can be defined as the breaking apart of large areas of mature forest into smaller parts. The forests of New Brunswick have become younger and more fragmented than in the past and this can create problems for animals that require older forests.

The purpose of this website is to provide information to the general public, students and community groups about the northern flying squirrel and how you can help monitor them in southern New Brunswick by helping to build nest boxes or by putting up nest boxes on your own property. I hope you find this website interesting and informative. If you have any questions contact me at: fundyflyingsquirrel@gmail.com