Animal species and habitat publications

Amphibians and Reptiles Native to Minnesota, Barney Oldfield and John J. Moriarty. 1994. Book.
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Birds and Forests, A Management and Conservation Guide, Janet C. Green. 1995. Book.
   Minnesota Conservation Volunteer

Excavated Ponds for Wildlife. Booklet.
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Lakescaping for Wildlife and Water Quality represents six years of research and the collaborative efforts of Carrol Henderson, DNR non-game wildlife specialist, Carolyn Dindorf, award-winning soil and water conservationist, and Fred Rozumalski, highly acclaimed landscape ecologist. Learn techniques to prevent shoreline erosion, restore wildlife habitat, wildflowers and clean water. This book will show you alternatives to the conventional practice of planting "lawn all the way to the lake," a practice detrimental both to wildlife and to water quality. Lakescaping includes chapters about the lake ecosystems, designing lakeshore landscapes, site preparation and general tips on stewardship of the land and water. Not only for lakeshore owners, the ideas presented in this book also apply to landscaping along rivers, streams, and wetlands.
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Landscaping for Wildlife, Carrol Henderson. This best-selling book is packed with color photos and diagrams to show you how to attract wildlife to your property using inexpensive, easy-to-follow landscaping plans. Attract everything from butterflies to deer, cardinals to wood ducks.
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Minnesota Biological Survey Natural Community and Rare Species County Maps
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Minnesota's Native Birds, Selected References
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Minnesota's Native Mammals Selected References
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Minnesota's Native Reptiles and Amphibians Selected References
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Minnesota's Natural History, Selected Books
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Planning for the Birds: Things to consider when managing your forest. 1998. This beautifully illustrated booklet for private landowners and public land managers describes the benefits that forests provide to birds, and how bird habitat can be improved on their woodland property. It also explains how Minnesota's 150 species of forest birds provide important economic benefits and ecological services as a vital part of the forest ecosystem. Common timber harvest methods and the birds helped by each are discussed, with sections focused on various regions of the state. 35 pp.
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Restore Your Shore. This powerful multimedia program for shoreland owners and professionals is available online to use in implementing shoreland restoration and protection projects. It is a continuation of the DNR's lakescaping series, including, the very popular book Lakescaping for Wildlife and Water Quality. Numerous lakeshore restoration demonstration sites and a series of 14 shoreland property owner workshops followed the publication of the book.
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Traveler's Guide to Wildlife in Minnesota, Carrol Henderson. Observe and photograph wildlife at 120 sites in Minnesota. Each site entry reports what makes the area special, provides maps and directions and information about facilities and recreational opportunities. Find great spots for viewing everything from trumpeter swans to grouse, moose to frogs, and blue herons to foxes. Book.
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Turtles and Turtle Watching for the North Central States, John J. Moriarty. Pocket-sized guide covers 13 turtle species of the North Central states. It provides suggestions on where and how to observe them. Keys help with identification, as well as information on habitats, natural history and basking habits. Distribution maps show where the various species live. Published by the Nongame Wildlife Program. 57 pages, 2004.
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Wild About Birds, by Carrol Henderson. Increase the number of species using your feeder. This book includes woodshop basics for construction of 26 different feeders and tips on 44 types of food, plus detailed descriptions and photos of almost all the feeder-using species east of the Rocky Mountains. Over 425 color photos. Book.
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Woodworking for Wildlife, Carrol Henderson. This 112-page book includes diagrams for building bird houses, nest boxes and platforms to attract and keep your favorite wildlife coming back to your property. Features 50 species of birds and mammals. Perfect for the Midwest woodworker and wildlife lover. Book.
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This information is available in an alternative format upon request. E-mail the DNR Information Center at info.dnr@state.mn.us or call at (651) 296-6157 or (888) MINNDNR.