Wildlife Habitat
- News
DNR Continues Partnership With USDA To Manage Wolf Conflicts
With the recent delisting of wolves from the federal endangered species list, some livestock farmers and pet owners are wondering how this change affects Wisconsin’s wolf conflict program. While the delisting has prompted some changes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services (USDA-Wildlife Services) remains the first point of contact for reporting all wolf conflict incidents.
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Order Native Plants Now To Aid Birds, Bees, Butterflies And More
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that native plant sales are blooming across the state through April. By planting native plants, you can support the entire ecosystem by providing food for insects, birds, small mammals and other wildlife.
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Incidental Take Notice for Columbia County
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the North-South Bike Trail construction project which may result in the incidental taking of a rare lizard and turtle.
- Hearing/Meeting
Walleye Lakes of Concern Virtual Meeting
This meeting will detail a proposed walleye rehabilitation plan developed in partnership with Lac du Flambeau Ojibwe Band and Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission.
- Hearing/Meeting
DNR Greater Prairie chicken Advisory Committee
The committee will review first draft of the Greater Prairie-Chicken Management Plan 2021-2031.
- Hearing/Meeting
DNR Deer Advisory Committee
The DNR deer advisory committee will meet virtually to discuss annual deer season updates.
- Hearing/Meeting
Karner Blue Butterfly Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) Partner Annual Meeting
The Karner blue butterfly Habitat Conservation Plan Partners will meet via Zoom to discuss the Karner blue butterfly habitat conservation plan.
- News
Wolf Management Plan Process Begins With Application For New Committee
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the open application period for a newly formed Wolf Management Plan Committee (WMPC). Beginning this month, the department will begin recruitment for the WMPC with an open application period through March 19.
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Turn Your Property Into A Deer Destination
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting a virtual open house for the public to learn about the Deer Management Assistance Program
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Sauk Prairie Bald Eagle Watching Goes Virtual For 2021
Wisconsin’s longest-running bald eagle watching extravaganza is going virtual for 2021, with programming available throughout January and February. Due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Sauk Prairie area’s Bald Eagle Watching Days will be livestreamed. Bald eagle lovers will be able to see their favorite parts of this annual event from the comfort and safety of their own home during its 35th year.