Wildlife
In support of rare and threatened wildlife
Wisconsin’s unique geography means our state is rich with wildlife species that live in different types of habitat. We are one of the only states with endangered species such as the Kirtland’s warbler, the whooping crane, the Poweshiek skipperling butterfly, and the rusty-patched bumble bee.
However, more than 400 Wisconsin species are considered Species of Greatest Conservation Need. This means that they are already listed as threatened or endangered, or that their populations are low or at risk, and will continue to decline without our help.
Dollars for wildlife
Wildlife projects funded
Dollars for bird conservation
Our wildlife strategy
Partnerships
We partner with existing organizations and agencies that are already engaged in wildlife work. By leveraging their skills, experience, and resources we can help do more for Wisconsin’s wildlife.
Habitat
Access to high quality habitat often decides the fate of our rare and threatened wildlife, which is why we focus our land efforts on the restoration of native plant communities and wildlife habitat.
Monitoring
The kind of research and conservation that makes a difference for wildlife takes time. We ensure long-term support for research and monitoring efforts to obtain meaningful outcomes.
Our wildlife support
Since 1986, we’ve contributed millions of dollars toward efforts to protect and restore Wisconsin’s most imperiled and ecologically important wildlife communities. Below is a small sample of the wildlife we have supported.
Monarch Butterfly
Habitat, monitoring, and partnership with Monarch Joint Venture. Photo by Collette Jarvela Kuhnen.
Kirtlands Warbler
Research, monitoring, and habitat. Photo by Kim Grveles.
Wisconsin bats
Research and monitoring. Photo by Joshua Mayer.
Trumpeter Swan
Research, monitoring, and habitat. Photo by Bruce Bartel.
Eastern Massasauga Rattle Snake
Monitoring and habitat. Photo by WDNR.
Whooping Crane
Research, recovery efforts, and habitat. Photo by Bruce Bartel.
American Marten
Research and monitoring. Photo by Michele Woodford.
Gray Wolf
Research and monitoring. Photo by Tracy Brooks.
