Wildlife Preservation Canada launches captive‑breeding program to save Oregon spotted frog in BC

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• [● 7 SOURCES] Andrea Gielens explained that the ear drum is located behind the eye and is smaller than the eye in native frogs, larger in invasive species. (All articles)
• [● 7 SOURCES] An information event about the recovery effort will be held at Aldergrove Regional Park on August 15, 2026, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. (All articles)
• [● 7 SOURCES] Wildlife Preservation Canada has started a captive‑breeding‑for‑release program for the Oregon spotted frog. (All articles)
• [● 7 SOURCES] The frog’s habitat consists of shallow, warm‑water wetlands that are often drained for homes, agriculture and other human uses. (All articles)
• [● 7 SOURCES] Invasive species threatening the Oregon spotted frog include the American bullfrog and the green frog, as well as pollution. (All articles)
• [● 7 SOURCES] The program aims to release 10,000‑20,000 tadpoles each year for the next five years. (All articles)
• [● 7 SOURCES] The Oregon spotted frog is Canada’s most endangered amphibian and is found only in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia. (All articles)
• [● 7 SOURCES] Wildlife Preservation Canada is also working to preserve the painted turtle, British Columbia’s only native freshwater turtle. (All articles)
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The frog’s habitat consists of shallow, warm‑water wetlands that are being drained for homes and agriculture. (All articles)
• [○ 1 SOURCE] Wildlife Preservation Canada has started a captive‑breeding for release program to restore the spotted frog population. (All articles)
• [● 3 SOURCES] Andrea Gielens is the lead biologist of Wildlife Preservation Canada. (All articles)
• [○ 1 SOURCE] The event will be held at Aldergrove Regional Park, 27240 8 Ave. (All articles)