Caribou in the Yukon
In YCS’ new online map, we have summarized all the written, western knowledge about each of the 30 caribou herds whose ranges extend into the Yukon.
This interactive Storymap (from ESRI) details everything from what exactly caribou are, to what threats they face, and where we can find them in the Yukon. All data sources are directly linked and available to viewers (original sources can be accessed by clicking underlined facts).
In the interactive map in the Herd Summaries section, users can select a herd from the list or from the map to see the facts on that herd.
Want to know when the last time the Chisana herd was surveyed? We’ve got that.
How about a map of where exactly the Clear Creek Caribou herd is? We’ve got that too.
This interactive map is freely accessible to all. All the linked data sources are available through dropbox and downloadable to everyone.
We hope this new resource can help Yukoners learn more general information about caribou in the Yukon and provide materials for accessing further information.
We also hope that this map can be a one-stop caribou shop for available information about each herd, making it easier for communities, researchers, and interested parties to learn more about caribou herds with ease.
Importantly, this is a living document. If you notice that there are any missing resources or fresh publications for updates, please let us know!
Additionally, if you have any questions about the map, the process or the information presented, please contact conservation@yukonconservation.ca.
