Wildlife Preservation.
All of the little critters…
WILDLIFE PRESERVATION: Hagen Family, Bumble Bees, Painted Turtles & Spotted Frogs
“What about the Bumblebee?” read the Subject line of an eMail once sent to me. “You’ve posted all about Wolves, Brian. And Elephants and Polar Bears. But we need to save the bees! They’re fighting to save the Honey Bees! That’s Good. Who’s fighting to save our Bumblebees? ALL of the little critters?” – Sean N.
A recent news release about Bumble Bees reminded me of that eMail. I searched Outlook for “Bees” and found it in Archives.
You know, Sean was right. We shed tears and we rave for the Big Endangered Species. The Tiger-sized ones.
But what about the Bees? And Turtles? And Frogs? Where does Wildlife Preservation apply to them?
As a kid, I used to sneak up and catch frogs. Gently, of course. It was a skill that took a while to master. And then I’d slowly open up my hand. Let the little fellow walk over my spread fingers. Shared the feeling of its soft, trusting feet. Then it would jump out into the water. Splop!
Are Bumble Bees endangered?
WILDLIFE PRESERVATION BREAKING NEWS! “The Hagen Family Foundation Donates $25,000 to Wildlife Preservation Canada (WPC) to Support Endangered Species.”
The recent press release went on: “The Hagen Family Foundation is proud to announce a $25,000 donation to Wildlife Preservation Canada. This contribution will support efforts to protect endangered and imperiled species in Canada.”
The Hagen Family has supported conservation projects for almost two decades.
And is dedicating the latest donation in honour of the memory of their mother Marianne Hagen. She passed away in September, 2024.
The donation will help fund critical programs to protect the Western Painted Turtle in British Columbia’s Fraser valley.[1]
And support WPC’s Native Bumble Bee program. Rebuilding wild populations of these critical pollinators needed to sustain ecosystems.
“We believe in a world where animals, both wild and domestic, can thrive in a safe and healthy environment,” said Mark Hagen, Director at Hagen Group.
“We’ve had the pleasure of partnering with Wildlife Preservation Canada over the years. Our contributions allow us to extend our commitment to animal welfare. Beyond the Hagen Group portfolio of pet products and into the natural world. Together, we aim to make a real difference for endangered species. And the ecosystems they call home.”
What is the Bumble Bee Recovery project?
“Since the 1990s, Bumble Bee numbers have been plummeting. And that spells ecological disaster. Ninety percent of all flowering plants need these pollinators in order to reproduce. Including most of the fruits and vegetables now in your fridge.” – WBC
“The causes of these declines must be reversed. Conservation breeding and reintroduction is the only way to safeguard at-risk Bumble Bees. Today, WPC is the only organization in Canada rebuilding wild bee populations through captive breeding. We’ve figured out how to dramatically increase the number of queens we produce. Once the queen bees are released into the wild, they can establish their own colonies. Therefore producing hundreds of pollinators to sustain the ecosystems around them.”
Quote From Wildlife Preservation Canada:
“The generous support from the Hagen Family Foundation has and will continue to a meaningfully impact WPC’s mission. A mission to protect Canada’s wildlife and combat the biodiversity crisis,” said Lance Woolaver. The Director of Wildlife Preservation Canada.
“Past support helped WPC’s Oregon Spotted Frog recovery program in British Columbia. Making significant leaps forward. This most recent donation will do the same for Western Painted Turtles and Canada’s Native Bumble Bees.”
“The Hagen Family Foundation’s commitment to the environment and to animal welfare aligns perfectly with our goals. Together, we will give back to Nature. And create a future where the endangered species in Canada thrive without risk of extinction.”
About The Hagen Family Foundation.
“The Hagen Family Foundation was founded in 2005 to foster and promote relief of poverty. And the advancement of education and other philanthropic purposes. Such as artistic, social and conservation efforts. We have participated in conservation projects on-site and out in the field. Hagen plays a key role in helping to give many living creatures a future on our planet.”
About Hagen Group.
“Caring for pets since 1955, the family company founded by Rolf C. Hagen, has grown to become something unique. The world’s largest privately-owned, multi-national pet products manufacturer and distributor. We’re driven by a common bond of love and compassion for animals. And are dedicated to creating practical and innovative products that enhance the health and welfare of pets worldwide.” Visit Rolf C. Hagen Inc. to learn more.
“Pets aren’t just animals. They’re cherished members of our households.” – Hagen Group
About WBC – Wildlife Preservation Canada.
“Wildlife Preservation Canada saves animals at risk from extinction in Canada. They do this by performing hands-on field work for species requiring direct action to bring them back from the brink.” See Home — Wildlife Preservation Canada.
“For nearly four decades, WPC has focused on critically endangered species. Whose numbers in the wild are so low that habitat protection alone is no longer enough. Hands-on intervention is the last defence to save them from extinction.”
Do You love Wildlife Stories?
Read this story of the Wolf who rescued a Husky!
READ WOLFBLOOD — MY MOST POPULAR ANIMAL YARN: “I LOVE THE HAPPY ENDING!”
“I JUST READ WOLFBLOOD AGAIN FOR GOOD MEASURE. ONE FOR ANY WOLF LOVER. ENJOYED IT BUT WISH IT WAS A FULL LENGTH NOVEL.” – Gina Chronowicz @ginachron
“GREAT SHORT STORY! DOES REMIND ME OF CALL OF THE WILD, WHITE FANG…” – Evelyn @evelyn_m_k
An “entertaining and affectionate” narrative in the Jack London Tradition. Story of a lone Gray Wolf and his quest for a place in the far-flung forests of the feral North. WOLFBLOOD: A Wild Wolf, A Half-Wild Husky & A Wily Old Trapper
[1] “Western Painted Turtles can live well over 50 years. If they can get through their infancy. They get no care from their parents once they’ve hatched. And lots hungry predators hunt them. Predators like raccoons, skunks and coyotes. So few young turtles survive to become adults. And humans aren’t making survival any easier. Urban development and other activities are destroying the turtles’ homeland.” – WPC
WILDLIFE PRESERVATION: Hagen Family, Bumble Bees, Painted Turtles & Spotted Frogs.
SOURCE Hagen Group, Wildlife Preservation Canada & Civilized Bears.
IMAGES Wildlife Preservation Canada.
