Habitat and Wildlife

Birds
Region 3 plays an integral role in management of the Nation's migratory bird resource in the Mississippi Flyway.

Ecological Services
Ecological Services manages the following programs: Habitat Conservation, Endangered Species, Contaminants, and Private Lands.

Ecosystems
Provides information about each of the ecosystems found in Region 3.

Endangered Species
More than 60 species are Federally listed as endangered or threatened in Region 3. Find out more about these species, including photos and the states in which they are now found.

Federal Aid
Working in partnership with States, this program administers grants to protect and enhance wildlife and habitat.

Fisheries
Check here for more information about Offices of Fishery Resources, National Fish Hatcheries, and Fish Health Centers.

Law Enforcement
Ensuring sound management and conservation of Region 3's resources.

National Wildlife Refuges
There are 46 National Wildlife Refuges in Region 3 hosting nearly 7.5 million visits last year. We invite you to learn more about them.

Partners for Wildlife
This program works with private landowners to restore wetlands, prairie, streams, and watersheds through voluntary cost share agreements.

Planning
Planning for new and existing National Wildlife Refuges to preserve and improve fish and wildlife, their habitats and the human environment.

Realty
The Division of Realty focuses on new lands, conservation plans, and managing real estate records.

Wetlands
Region 3 includes 11 Wetlands Management Districts. Learn more about where they are located and the programs they offer.

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Region 3 Activities by State:
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