Species at Risk

Pitcher's Thistle

How can I help?

• Learn more about Pitcher's thistle and about other species at risk, particularly those in your area.
   
• When visiting an area like Pukaskwa National Park, be sure to stay on established trails and boardwalks.
   
• If a dune runs through your property, consider ways to protect it. Signs, fences and boardwalks are some ways you can deter people from damaging this environment.
   
• If there is a colony of Pitcher's thistle near you, monitor and record its progress.
   
• Share what you learn with others.

Related Links

To learn more about Pitcher's thistle, visit these Web sites:

• Pukaskwa National Park of Canada
• Species at Risk Public Registry-Pitcher's thistle
• Environment Canada's Species at Risk Web site-Pitcher's thistle
• Time for Nature-Thistles and Flowing Sand