Regulations

Water use administrative rules REDIRECTS

The department has several administrative rules to implement the Great Lakes Compact and associated statewide water use regulations.

High potential range in Wisconsin

Karner blue butterfly

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Identification tips and habitat

The Karner blue butterfly, Lycaeides melissa samuelis, is in the Lycaenidae (gossamer-winged butterfly) family.

HCP partnership levels

The HCP offers several types of partnership levels, including full partner, limited partner, a one-time permit option and the voluntary category. The partnership levels depend on the scope and type of work conducted and have varying levels of…

Habitat Conservation Plan

Training, surveys and resources

Resources for HCP partners

Wisconsin's endangered and threatened species laws

Dog training and trialing

Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, dog training and trialing licenses, formally known as forms 9400-606 and 9400-167, can now be purchased through Wisconsin DNR Go Wild!If you do not have a GoWild personal or organization account, please call 888-936-7463 (TTY…

Pheasant hunting and management

Pheasant hunting has long been a Wisconsin tradition.