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

Habitat

Monitoring

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.
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Impact in Action
Diversity in the Outdoors
NRF is committed to improving diversity in the outdoors in Wisconsin because everyone deserves an opportunity to get outside.
Read More30 Years of Field Trips
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Field Trip Program! Let’s take a look back at the success of this program throughout the years.
Read MoreSlimy but Sweet – Searching for Mudpuppies in Wisconsin
New funding is supporting a state-wide effort to learn more about mudpuppies in Wisconsin, our state’s only fully aquatic salamander.
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