Wildlife Habitat
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Wildlife Rehabilitators in Barron County
Wildlife rehabilitators are licensed to rehabilitate specific species and cannot assist with calls or care regarding wildlife outside of their expertise and licensing.If you're not sure what type of animal you're calling about, check the Species…
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Chronic Wasting Disease Research
Research is being done in Wisconsin by DNR staff as well as other partners in order to learn more about this disease.
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Wild rice harvesting
Each year, more people are attracted to the joys of wild rice harvesting. Through the collection of wild rice, harvesters are able to explore the best of Wisconsin, collect their own food, support the local economy and help ensure that this…
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Birding And Bird Conservation
Wisconsin is home to over 300 species of birds and thousands of birding enthusiasts. Explore the links below for information on birds, bird identification, birding locations and how to get involved in conservation efforts.Sign up to receive the…
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Waterfowl Rules Process
Migratory Rules The migratory rules are different from other program ru
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Carcass movement, processing and disposal
The movement of dead or alive CWD-positive deer, moose, elk or reindeer/caribou (natural or human-assisted) is a key pathway in the spread of CWD. The infectious nature of the CWD prion contributes to an increased risk of introduction and spread of…
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Wildlife and Your Land
The Wildlife and Your Land series is designed to offer suggestions to you, the private landowner, on how to manage your land for wildlife. Each part of the series focuses on management practices that you can apply to your land, but first, let's…
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Gray wolf depredation reports and maps
Following a federal court ruling on Feb. 10, 2022, gray wolves are listed as an endangered species in the lower 48 states (excluding the northern Rocky Mountains region). As such, wolves are federally protected. Harvest and lethal depredation…
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Guidance for hunters and pet owners
As with other wild canids, wolves are very territorial and will guard their territories against other wolves, coyotes and domestic dogs.Hunters with houndsHound dogs used for hunting bear, coyotes, bobcat and raccoon are perhaps at greatest risk of…