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Wildlife Branch

Wildlife And Ecosystem Protection Branch

Snakes of Narcisse

We're alive with snakes. It's here in the Interlake area that you can see more snakes at a glance than anywhere else in the world. For two brief periods each year tens of thousands of red-sided garter snakes congregate at the surface of their winter dens. More...

Moose Conservation Initiative

The goal of the moose conservation initiative is to increase moose populations to sustainable levels.  This will be accomplished by developing a long term moose management strategy with involvement from First Nations, Métis and regional advisory committees. A key part of the plan will address the re-instatement of hunting for rights-based and licensed hunters. More...


Living with Wildlife in Manitoba


Wild animals in inappropriate locations can pose significant problems for or threats to humans, other animals, or the environment. They can cause serious damage to crops, livestock and property. They can create hazardous conditions for vehiclular traffic. They can expose you and/or your pets to disease and health issues.

Always treat wild animals with caution. Learn to recognize the signs of wildlife presence and/or damage, and understand your options for deterring unwanted visitors on your property. More...


Biological Sample Submissions


Manitoba Conservation requires hunters to submit biological samples to continue to monitor the health of western elk and deer populations. More...


Be Bear Smart

Black bears are part of our heritage. Manitoba has a healthy black-bear population, and to ensure that it remains that way, we must be Bear Smart.

Many people live in bear country, while others venture there to pursue outdoor activities. As a result, contact, between black bears and people, is inevitable. More...


Wildlife on our Roads

Manitoba drivers report approximately 10,000 wildlife-vehicle collisions each year. To avoid collisions, drive with caution, reduce your speed, and be on alert for wildlife that may be feeding beside, or attempting to cross, the road, especially at night. More...