We are dedicated to the protection, restoration, and enjoyment of wetlands and associated ecosystems through science-based programs, education, and advocacy.
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From the Director: Bringing wetlands into the picture
When there’s a will and a way established across Wisconsin, wetlands will be on all our minds, helping us realize a future where wetland protection and care become the norm across Wisconsin.
Wetland Coffee Break: Bugs Below Zero: The secret lives of winter active insects
Some aquatic insects, including certain stoneflies, mayflies, caddisflies, and non-biting midges, complete their life cycles and emerge from water bodies as active adults only during the winter season.
Wetlands in winter: Where’s the wildlife?
Whether under the ice or in a nearby habitat, wetland insects and amphibians employ a variety of strategies to get through winter.