Reviving sagebrush wetlands: A conservation story
Sagebrush landscapes are often thought of as dry, rugged and lacking plant and wildlife diversity. I am here to tell you—nothing is further from the truth. Having spent years working in these ecosystems, I’ve seen firsthand how wetlands within these arid landscapes are essential to biodiversity and habitat restoration. These overlooked areas provide critical resources for species that rely on…
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Prairie grouse numbers soar on Fort Pierre National Grassland
Panoramic view from Fort Pierre National Grassland. (USDA Forest Service photo by Kelly Waage)
National Grasslands Week is upon us, and the Fort Pierre National Grassland has something to celebrate. In South Dakota’s native prairie ecosystem, prairie grouse numbers have soared to record-…