Grassland, sagebrush plains and agriculture croplands dominate this region. The most striking feature is the absence of trees, except in river valleys and coulees where moisture is sufficient to support cottonwoods and other deciduous trees. Much of this region is ranching and farming country.
Travel
You can reach the major centres in the Prairie Region on all-season highways. Regularly scheduled flights depart from the Calgary International Airport to Lethbridge and Medicine Hat. The region is connected by paved highways and gravel roads.
Game species
Game species found in the Boreal Region include:
Big game animals
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- Pronghorn antelope
- White-tailed deer
- Wolf
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Upland game birds
- Gray partridge
- Pheasant
- Ruffed grouse
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- Sharp-tailed grouse
- Spruce grouse
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Waterfowl
- Canada goose
- Mallard ducks
- Ross’ goose
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- Snow goose
- White-fronted goose
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Updated: Mar 9, 2021