The size, intactness, connectivity and ecological diversity of the 445,628-hectare (1,101,173-acre) Tall Grass Prairie Natural Area support an exceptional diversity of species. Over 1,000 species have been identified at the Manitoba Tall Grass Prairie Preserve alone.
Manitoba’s Endangered Tall-Grass Prairie
In southeastern Manitoba we are very fortunate to live in an area with an abundance of nature and wildlife. Some of the species we live alongside have been identified as requiring special care and management to ensure their Manitoba-based populations continue to exist. These species are known as species at risk. In fact, seven globally imperiled species make their home in the natural area, including Canada’s only populations of Powesheik Skipperling and Western Prairie White-fringed Orchid.
A booklet was created as a means of raising awareness for all 28 species at risk in the tall-grass prairie ecosystem – an ecosystem that itself is endangered. This booklet is an easy to read, accessible tool which includes information on well-known species and others that are less familiar.
If we all work together as a community, we can help keep our home in the tall-grass prairie wild for future generations.