All about Marmots


Uniquely Canadian, the Vancouver Island marmot is one of 14 marmot species worldwide and one of the most critically endangered mammals in the world.  Found only on Vancouver Island in British Columbia they are easily identified by their unique appearance and differ from other marmot species in behaviour, genetics and ecology.

Sadly, a population estimated to be over 300 animals in the mid-1980s declined to less than 75 animals by 2001, 25 of which were the last remaining in the wild. The mission of the Marmot Recovery Foundation is to rescue the Vancouver Island marmot from extinction and restore a healthy marmot population to their natural island habitat.

The Vancouver Island marmot is an important part of Canada’s unique diversity and our most endangered mammal. So endangered their only chance for survival is with our help.

MRF Special Report Read it here



Marmot Ecology

Recovery Strategy

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