A new study on the natural resources in the area surrounding Ruisseau Jackson paints a picture of an ecosystem rich in biodiversity. In a brief visit to the area in spring 2016, 33 species of birds were identified! This sample is representative of the area’s total biodiversity – the diversity of living species: flowers, insects, mammals, reptiles and so on. There are even a few rare species, such as the Pickerel frog.

The composition of the area covered by Ruisseau Jackson: Protected Natural Area (RJANP), which is connected to many of the region’s natural environments, is nearly 84% intact forest, 7% wetlands and 3% water bodies. RJANP often organizes “nature discovery” events, so stay tuned: www.ruisseaujackson.org.

 Greater purple fringed orchid (Platanthera grandiflora) near Ruisseau Jackson. 
Photo: Mathieu Régnier (2014)

 Pickerel Frog.
Photo : Mathieu Madison, 2010.

The bird one the main picture is a Northern Flicker (photo by Martin Gauthier, 2016).