User:Boxfishy/Christie Islet Migratory Bird Sanctuary/Bibliography

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Bibliography

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Bibliography

Edit this section to compile the bibliography for your Wikipedia assignment. Add the name and/or notes about what each source covers, then use the "Cite" button to generate the citation for that source.

Canada, E. and C. C. (2019, November 14). Government of Canada. Canada.ca. https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/migratory-bird-sanctuaries/locations/christie-islet.html^[1]
- This is a website from the government of Canada, so it should be a reliable source. It has a section on key species and mammals which is helpful to the section I am writing.
Status and distribution of marine birds and mammals in southern Howe ... (n.d.). https://pwlf.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Howe_Sound_Report_Final.pdf^[2]
- This is a report done by a group of scientists from the Pacific Wildlife Foundation, Bird Studies Canada, Middleton Ecological Consulting, and the Sitka Foundation and should be a reliable source. This covers the distribution of mammals and birds in Howe Sound.
Branch, L. S. (2023, September 28). Consolidated federal laws of Canada, Migratory Bird Sanctuary Regulations. https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/c.r.c.,_c._1036/FullText.html^[3]
- This is a website from the government of Canada, so it should be a reliable source. It has the section that contains the law regulating bird sanctuaries.
Canada, E. and C. C. (2023, July 26). Government of Canada. Canada.ca. https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/avoiding-harm-migratory-birds/avoid-disturbance-seabird-waterbird-colonies-canada.html^[4]
- This is a website from the government of Canada, so it should be a reliable source. It has the section that contains the information on the impacts of disturbance to seabirds and waterbird breeding colonies and guidelines to avoid disturbance of colonies
Zis, T., Ronningen, V., & Scrosati, R. (2004). Minor improvement for intertidal seaweeds and invertebrates after acid mine drainage diversion at Britannia Beach, Pacific Canada. Marine Pollution Bulletin, 48(11), 1040–1047. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0025326X03005484^[5]
- This is a peer-reviewed academic article that discusses environmental degradation and restoration efforts in Howe Sound where the sanctuary is located
UNESCO. (Last updated 2021). Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound Biosphere Reserve, Canada. https://en.unesco.org/biosphere/eu-na/atlka7tsem_howe-sound^[6]
- This is a description of the Howe Sound Biosphere reserve from the UNESCO website. It describes ecological characteristics and recovery in the region.
All you want to know about seabirds: Ecomare Texel. Ecomare. (2019, September 23). https://www.ecomare.nl/en/in-depth/reading-material/animals/seabirds/^[7]
- This is a website from a museum of the coastline of Texel. It details the reason why seabirds prefer rocky habitats. I had difficulty finding a source that said exactly why and that is why I used this source. Because it is from a museum, it it reliable because it is written by an expert.
Canada, E. and C. C. (2023, July 26). Government of Canada. Canada.ca. https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/avoiding-harm-migratory-birds/avoid-disturbance-seabird-waterbird-colonies-canada.html^[8]
- This is from the Government of Canada and details background and guidelines for to avoid disturbance to seabird habitats in Canada. Is a reliable source since it is from the Governments Website.
Seabirds. Hinterland Who’s Who - Seabirds. (n.d.). https://www.hww.ca/en/wildlife/birds/seabirds.html#sid2^[9]
- This website is part of the Canadian Wildlife Federation and Environment and Climate Change Canada. Because it is part of a reputable organization, it is reliable.

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Luke, Learie. 2007. Identity and secession in the Caribbean: Tobago versus Trinidad, 1889–1980 Kingston, Jamaica: University of the West Indies Press.
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Galeano, Gloria; Bernal, Rodrigo (2013-11-08). "Sabinaria , a new genus of palms (Cryosophileae, Coryphoideae, Arecaceae) from the Colombia-Panama border". Phytotaxa.
- This is a peer-reviewed scientific journal, so it should be a reliable source. It covers the topic in some depth, so it's helpful in establishing notability.
Baker, William J.; Dransfield, John (2016). "Beyond Genera Palmarum: progress and prospects in palm systematics". Botanical Journal of the Linnean Society.
- This is a peer-reviewed scientific journal, so it should be a reliable source for a specific fact. Since it only dedicates a few sentences to the topic, it can't be used to establish notability.

References

^ Canada, Environment and Climate Change (2014-11-13). "Christie Islet Migratory Bird Sanctuary". www.canada.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-12.
^ Butler, MacVicar, Couturier, Richmond, Dickson, Middleton and Beaty., R.W.,R.,A. R.,S.,E.,H.,P. (2018). "Status and Distribution of Marine Birds and Mammals in Southern Howe Sound, British Columbia 2014-15" (PDF). [[1]]. Retrieved 2023-10-11.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ Branch, Legislative Services (2022-09-28). "Consolidated federal laws of Canada, Migratory Bird Sanctuary Regulations". laws-lois.justice.gc.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-11.
^ Canada, Environment and Climate Change (2023-Jul-26). "Guidelines to avoid disturbance to seabird and waterbird colonies in Canada". www.canada.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-12. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
^ Zis, Thalia; Ronningen, Vera; Scrosati, Ricardo (2004-06-01). "Minor improvement for intertidal seaweeds and invertebrates after acid mine drainage diversion at Britannia Beach, Pacific Canada". Marine Pollution Bulletin. 48 (11): 1040–1047. doi:10.1016/j.marpolbul.2003.12.007. ISSN 0025-326X.
^ "Átl'ka7tsem/Howe Sound Biosphere Reserve, Canada". UNESCO. 2021-09-29. Retrieved 2023-10-12.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
^ "All you want to know about seabirds | Ecomare Texel". Ecomare. Retrieved 2023-10-12.
^ Canada, Environment and Climate Change (2018-10-30). "Guidelines to avoid disturbance to seabird and waterbird colonies in Canada". www.canada.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-12.
^ "Hinterland Who's Who - Seabirds". www.hww.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-12.

Outline of proposed changes

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Now that you have compiled a bibliography, it's time to plan out how you'll improve your assigned article.

In this section, write up a concise outline of how the sources you've identified will add relevant information to your chosen article. Be sure to discuss what content gap your additions tackle and how these additions will improve the article's quality.

Consider other changes you'll make to the article, including possible deletions of irrelevant, outdated, or incorrect information, restructuring of the article to improve its readability or any other change you plan on making. This is your chance to really think about how your proposed additions will improve your chosen article and to vet your sources even further.

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In my outline I will cover my plan to add information about the species of birds that live on Christie Islet Migratory Bird Sanctuary. Using the two websites in my bibliography, I will expand on the existing articles mention of "seabirds", as there is no information on what they mean in specific by "seabirds". The general introduction of the bird sanctuary is already done, so I will just be adding a new section titled "list of seabirds" and provide a small summary paragraph of why these birds inhabit Christie Islet. - Sonal

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For my topic on the importance of bird sanctuaries, I will focus on addressing information about the laws that protect bird sanctuaries and why these places are are important.

1. Regulatory Framework for Christie Islet Migratory Bird Sanctuary

The "Migratory Bird Sanctuary Regulations" will provide essential legal context to the article, explaining the legal framework governing the sanctuary's protection. The regulations define key terms like "migratory bird sanctuary," "permit," and "hunt," helping readers understand the legal provisions related to the sanctuary.

2. Importance of Conservation and Management

The regulations emphasize the importance of conservation and management of migratory bird sanctuaries, aligning with the article's theme of the sanctuary's significance. This information will reinforce the article's message that the sanctuary is not just a location but a vital protected area with specific rules and regulations.

3. Role of Permits in Protecting the Sanctuary

The regulations discuss permits, which play a crucial role in safeguarding migratory birds and their habitat within the sanctuary. This addition will shed light on the regulatory aspects of the sanctuary's management and the role of permits in balancing human activities and bird conservation.

In my section, I will cover the geography of the Christie Islet Migratory Bird Sanctuary. This will include an overview of the physical location of the sanctuary and its physical characteristics. I will briefly cover the average temperature and climatic conditions where the sanctuary is located. The section will describe the environmental factors affecting the region including the contamination of the surrounding waters from the Britannia mine and the resulting efforts to restore the region's environment.

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[1] Canada, Environment and Climate Change (2014-11-13). "Christie Islet Migratory Bird Sanctuary". www.canada.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-12.

[2] Butler, MacVicar, Couturier, Richmond, Dickson, Middleton and Beaty., R.W.,R.,A. R.,S.,E.,H.,P. (2018). "Status and Distribution of Marine Birds and Mammals in Southern Howe Sound, British Columbia 2014-15" (PDF). [[1]]. Retrieved 2023-10-11.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[3] Branch, Legislative Services (2022-09-28). "Consolidated federal laws of Canada, Migratory Bird Sanctuary Regulations". laws-lois.justice.gc.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-11.

[4] Canada, Environment and Climate Change (2023-Jul-26). "Guidelines to avoid disturbance to seabird and waterbird colonies in Canada". www.canada.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-12. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)

[5] Zis, Thalia; Ronningen, Vera; Scrosati, Ricardo (2004-06-01). "Minor improvement for intertidal seaweeds and invertebrates after acid mine drainage diversion at Britannia Beach, Pacific Canada". Marine Pollution Bulletin. 48 (11): 1040–1047. doi:10.1016/j.marpolbul.2003.12.007. ISSN 0025-326X.

[6] "Átl'ka7tsem/Howe Sound Biosphere Reserve, Canada". UNESCO. 2021-09-29. Retrieved 2023-10-12.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

[7] "All you want to know about seabirds | Ecomare Texel". Ecomare. Retrieved 2023-10-12.

[8] Canada, Environment and Climate Change (2018-10-30). "Guidelines to avoid disturbance to seabird and waterbird colonies in Canada". www.canada.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-12.

[9] "Hinterland Who's Who - Seabirds". www.hww.ca. Retrieved 2023-10-12.

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