News by Topics - Habitats and Species
Northland College highlights restoration of Fish Creek in northwestern Wisconsin
Northland College recently highlighted this restoration work in a video on the first two phases of its Sediment Reduction Project on North Fish Creek—the largest source of sediment flowing into Lake Superior’s Chequamegon Bay.
November 7, 2023
USDA Forest Service takes a partnership-based approach to aquatic habitat restoration
One stream at a time, Forest Service and partners are restoring aquatic habitat in Cadillac, Michigan through replacing undersized and poorly aligned culverts that block fish passage and contribute harmful sediment into streams and rivers.
November 3, 2023
USDA Wildlife Services and partners work to protect state endangered terns in the Great Lakes region
USDA Wildlife Services collaborates with natural resources managers to address predation on Ohio’s breeding colonies of common terns, fortifying the future for populations of this state endangered species.
September 28, 2023
Native tree planting builds resilience in Duluth
More than 45,000 newly planted trees are providing important ecological benefits in Duluth, Minnesota.
September 1, 2023
EPA to Hold Virtual Public Engagement Session on Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Action Plan
Gathering public input is a key part of the process to develop the action plan.
August 18, 2023
Great Lakes Piping Plovers StoryMap: a new tool to engage the public on Piping Plover conservation in the Great Lakes
Developed in collaboration with Audobon Great Lakes, the interactive site will be used for education and outreach and includes several GLRI-supported recovery efforts.
August 11, 2023
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Takes Next Step to Create New Wetland Ecosystem in Buffalo’s Outer Harbor
Construction of the stone breakwater in Buffalo’s Outer Harbor marks the first major physical step in creating another new wetland ecosystem on Buffalo’s waterfront using material dredged from the Buffalo River.
August 10, 2023
$3.2 Million Recommended for Great Lakes Habitat Restoration
Funding for two ongoing and two new cooperative agreements will support habitat restoration efforts that strengthen Great Lakes fisheries, ecosystems, and communities.
August 3, 2023
Captive-reared Great Lakes piping plovers released at Montrose Beach
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and partners celebrate the release of federally endangered piping plover chicks back into the wild at Montrose Beach in Chicago, Illinois.
July 31, 2023
Bridging the Crystal River: For fish, for people, and for a free-flowing river
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians and partners target problematic road-stream crossings on the Crystal River, restoring connection for aquatic species.
May 2, 2023