Dataset approach
Each record stores a common and scientific name, group, habitats, diet, typical range, Canadian occurrence note, conservation status, short fact and source starting points. The dataset is intentionally curated rather than exhaustive.
Primary source starting points
- IUCN Red List of Threatened Species
- Government of Canada Species at Risk Public Registry
- COSEWIC assessments and status reports
Randomization
Filters create an eligible local pool. A Fisher–Yates shuffle reorders that pool using the browser’s random number generator, and the requested number of records is taken from the shuffled result. It is useful for prompts and discovery—not scientific sampling.
Updates and corrections
Conservation and distribution information can change. Before publishing an update, the owner should compare the proposed change with a current, reputable source and record the source URL. Important decisions should always be checked at the original source.