A Field Guide to Aquatic Exotic Plants and Animals - pictures and descriptions of aquatic exotic plants and animals.

A Review of Factors Affecting Productivity of Bald Eagles in the Great Lakes Region Implications for Recovery (abstract)

An Assessment of Current Distribution and Status of Freshwater Mussels in the Muskegon River - (MDEQ) - investigation of unionid community responses.

Alasmidonta Marginata-Elktoe (MNFI) - elto mussel distribution in MI.

Big Rapids Riverwalk: An Environmental Assessment - an environmental assessment by FSU students about the Riverwalk Project.

Bobcat Survey 2004-2005 - (MDNR) - verifies the stability of bobcat populations.

Brooks Township Land Use Vision - recommendation of ways the health of lakes, rivers, streams, wetlands, forests and prairies can be improved.

Butterflies of Michigan - (USGS) - a database of Michigan butterflies with pictures and descriptions accessible by county.

Checklist of the Ants of Michigan - a total of 113 species of ants is recorded by county from the State of Michigan.

Clemmys guttata - Spotted Turtle - (MSUE) - picture and description of the spotted turtle, a state threatened specie, found in Roscommon, Newaygo and Muskegon Counties of the Muskegon River Watershed.

Conservation Assessment for Olympia Marble Butterfly - (USFS) - picture and description of Olympia Marble Butterfly found in Montcalm, Newaygo, Lake, Mecosta, Osceola, Wexford and Roscommon Counties.

Conservation Guidelines for Michigan Lakes and Associated Natural Resources - (O'Neal et al - MDNR) - identifies the general goals of MDNR fisheries and wildlife management program.

Contaminants in Fishes from Great Lakes-Influenced Sections and above Dams of Three Michigan Rivers - 1994 & 1995 studies of concentrations of chemicals in composite samples of fishes and the adverse effects on bald eagles and mink which consume these fishes. Contact MRWA.

Damselflies of Michigan - (USGS) - A listing of damselflies in Michigan with links to pictures and locations.

Double-crested Cormorant Management - (USFWS) - final impact statement about management in Michigan and other states.

Fish and Wildlife Resources of the Great Lakes Coastal Wetlands within the U.S. - overview of fish and wildlife resources, impact of Great Lakes water level fluctuations, common and scientific names for vegetation, fish and other wildlife. Contact MRWA.

Freshwater Mussel Surveys of Great Lakes Tributary Rivers in Michigan - MDEQ, MDNR & MSUE - presents results of 2002 freshwater mussel surveys.

Frogs in Your State - (NWF) - a database of the 14 species of frogs in Michigan with a description, breeding information and range.

Functions and Values of Wetlands - (EPA) - the beneficial services wetlands provide for fish and wildlife.

Great Blue Heron Rookery - (MNFI) - a fact sheet about the great blue heron and Michigan.

Great Lakes Areas of Concern - (EPA) - 43 areas of concern (AOC) have been identified and are included on this website, including Muskegon Lake.

Great Lakes Coastal Wetlands - Working Paper - a focused synthesis of the state of Great Lakes coastal wetlands. Contact MRWA.

Great Lakes in the Balance: Protecting our Ecosystem's Rich Natural Legacy - The Nature Conservancy - celebrates diversity of life in the Great Lakes basin and the many efforts to protect its lands and waters.

Habitat Rehabilitation in the Great Lakes - Techniques for Enhancing Biodiversity - provides a planning framework that assists users in designing projects for a wide range of species.

Kirtland's Warbler - (USFWS) - a fact sheet on the Kirtland's Warbler, an endangered specie, found only in 10 Lower Peninsula counties.

Landscaping for Wildlife and Water Quality (to order)

Managing Michigan's Wildlife: A Landowner's Guide - (MDNR) - discusses habitat management, species management, list of animals & resource directory.

Michigan Breeding Bird Atlas II - 2002-2007 Handbook - (Kalamazoo Nature Center)

Michigan Frog and Toad Survey - 2002 Data Summary - (MDNR) - summary of Michigan frogs and toads by zones.

Michigan's Amphibians and Reptiles - (MDNR) - list of Michigan's amphibians and reptiles with links to each giving a description and photo.

Michigan's Federally-Listed Threatened, Endangered, Proposed, and Candidate Species County Distribution - (FWS) - a listing of Michigan's species listed by county and habitat.

Michigan's Special Animals - (MSUE) - list of endangered, threatened and probably extirpated animal species of MI.

Michigan State Game Areas and other Wildlife Areas - (MDNR) - an alphabetical listing of Michigan's State Game Areas and other wildlife areas with corresponding maps.

MSU Extension Information Database - featuring a number of MSUE publications and bulletins.

Midwestern Ephemeral Wetlands - A Vanishing Habitat - (EPA) - a definition, the wildlife that depend on these wetlands and threats facing them.

Muskegon Lake Community Action Plan - 2002 - Remedial Action Plan Update. Contact MRWA.

Muskegon River Management Plan - companion to Muskegon River Watershed Assessment (below). These documents provide a comprehensive watershed plan to aid Fisheries Division and partners. Contact Rich O'Neal, DNR

Muskegon River Watershed Assessment - 1997 - (MDNR) - Special Report #19.

Mute Swan - history and description of the Mute Swan. Contact MRWA.

Natural Newaygo, Brooks Township Land Use Vision Project - identification guide to the natural features of the Newaygo area.

Nonindigenous Aquatic Species - Red-eared Slider - pictures and description of the red-eared slider and its native range and nonindigenous range which includes Muskegon County. Contact MRWA.

The Birds of Michigan - (UMICH) - a list of Michigan birds with pictures and a database of sightings.

The Karner Blue Butterfly in Michigan - (MSUE) - a fact sheet showing pictures of the endangered male and female Karner Blue Butterflies and where they live.

Trumpeter Swan - (MDNR) - a fact sheet about Trumpeter Swans and their history in Michigan.

Wild Rice: Ecology, Harvest, Management - brochure describing the historic decline, habitat requirements and life cycle of wild rice.