Endangered Resources

Endangered Resources

Bureau of Natural Heritage Conservation

The DNR's Bureau of Natural Heritage Conservation helps protect and restore Wisconsin's rare plants, animals and state natural areas. Learn more about our goals moving forward and how we plan to achieve them in our strategic plan, here.

Read about our work

Get the inside scoop on conservation efforts happening throughout the state.
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Biodiversity

Discover the species and landscapes that make Wisconsin unique.
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Donate

Your donation to the Endangered Resources Fund helps protect and restore endangered species and their habitats.
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State Natural Areas

Discover outstanding examples of native landscapes and natural communities.
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Endangered & Threatened Species

View the current list of endangered and threatened species in Wisconsin.
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Endangered Resources Tax Checkoff

Are you wild for tax season? Donate on your taxes and support rare species.
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Volunteer Opportunities

Becoming involved in wildlife and habitat projects provides numerous opportunities for rewarding experiences …
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Natural Heritage Inventory

Report sightings of native plants and non-game wildlife.
Natural Heritage Inventory

Endangered Resources Review

Learn how to comply with Endangered Species Laws.
Endangered Resources Review

Permits & Licenses

Find the authorizations and permits you need for your activity.
Permits & Licenses

Landowner Incentive Program

Learn how you can create and manage habitat for rare species.
Landowner Incentive Program

Statewide Inventories

Find opportunities to help survey flora and fauna.
Statewide Inventories

Donate on your tax form

Donate to Endangered Resources on your state income tax form.
Donate on your tax form

Endangered Species Laws

Get up to speed on laws protecting Wisconsin’s rare species.
Endangered Species Laws

Wildlife Action Plan

Learn how we’re planning for the future of rare species and their habitat.
Wildlife Action Plan