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Matching Articles"Environment" (Total 72)

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Natural Environment

The human history of Newfoundland and Labrador has been strongly influenced by the natural environment, particularly marine resources.
Archives Holds Famed Naturalist's Drawings of Newfoundland Birds

An introduction to the collection of the original pencil drawings of Newfoundland birds done by Roger Tory Peterson during the 1940s.
New Quebec Central Plateau

An article on the New Quebec Central Plateau ecoregion which comprises the Kaniapiskau Plateau and a large part of the Lake Plateau to the south and east.
Newfoundland and Labrador Biosphere

Newfoundland and Labrador is part of two different types of biomes, the tundra and the taiga.
The Newfoundland Story

Rocks on the Island of Newfoundland are divided into three zones - Western, Central and Eastern.
Impacts of "Normal" Climate

Specific features of the normal Newfoundland and Labrador climate can be either positive (beneficial), or negative (cause difficulties).
Northeastern Newfoundland

The Northeastern Newfoundland ecoregion covers the north shore of Newfoundland from the Northern Peninsula to Bonavista.
Northern Peninsula

The Northern Peninsula ecoregion is located along the forested parts of the coastal lowlands of the Northern Peninsula.
Marine Resources Use

An introduction to the use of marine resources in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Paradise River

The Paradise River ecoregion is located in the southeastern section of Labrador.
Rockfalls

Rockfalls are the downslope movement of loose rocks, either through free fall or by rolling.
Seal Fishery: Equipment, Techniques and Products

Seal Fishery: Equipment, Techniques, Products--Natural Environment--Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Web
Seal Fishery in the 20th Century

Although the sealing industry was in decline at the turn of the century, Newfoundland companies continued to fit out steamers for the hunt.
Seal Fishery: Hunting Methods

Seal Fishery: Hunting Methods--Natural Environment--Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Web
Seal Fishery Background

Background on the seal fishery in Newfoundland and Labrador, including history, resources and natural environment.
Fall in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador climate during the fall season.
Spring in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador climate during the spring season.
Summer in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador climate during the summer season.
Winter in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland and Labrador climate during the winter season.
Climate Characteristics

The climatic patterns of Newfoundland and Labrador are discussed here, season by season, and illustrated on a map of the province.

Matching Articles"Environment" (Total 72)

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