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New wetland invasive plant discovered in Wisconsin: European frog-bit

New wetland invasive plant discovered in Wisconsin: European frog-bit

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Aug 9, 2021 | For landowners, News

In July 2021, botanists discovered a population of the wetland invasive plant European frog-bit in Oconto County. This is the first time this species has been found in the wild in Wisconsin.

Can wetlands and farms go together?

Can wetlands and farms go together?

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Apr 24, 2020 | For landowners, News

Yes! And WWA is collaborating with farmers and others in the agricultural community to explore how wetlands can be assets to farmers and their communities.

Managing cattails with water level control

Managing cattails with water level control

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Nov 2, 2018 | For landowners, News

If you have large stands of cattail taking over your wetland, you likely have one of the invasive cattails, and you should consider actions to control the cattail in order to make room for native plants in your wetland.

Is a wetland drawdown good for wildlife?

Is a wetland drawdown good for wildlife?

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Aug 14, 2018 | For landowners, News

One of our supporters recently asked if drawdowns are bad for wildlife. It’s a great question, and an important one for wetlands!

Keep an eye out for garden valerian

Keep an eye out for garden valerian

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Aug 13, 2018 | For landowners, News

Garden valerian is a good example of how an invasive species can exist for many decades in small isolated pockets that don’t seem to be spreading, but then suddenly shows up everywhere.

How caring for your wetlands helps monarch butterflies

How caring for your wetlands helps monarch butterflies

by Wisconsin Wetlands Association | Aug 6, 2018 | For landowners, News

Thanks to habitat loss and land use changes, monarch populations are in trouble. Your efforts to protect and care for your wetlands (and uplands) can help monarchs by promoting much-needed habitat.

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