Publication Search
Department publications offered online may be found using the search below. This search excludes the following:
- Magazines: The following search excludes North Dakota Outdoors magazines. To view the magazine online go to the North Dakota Outdoors archive.
- Maps: Printable maps can be found on the map index page
- Legislation: Bills related to wildlife and conservation from the last and/or current legislative session are listed on our legislation page.
- Regulations: Regulations such as hunting guides may be found in the regulations section of the website.
- Printable Applications: Printable applications and other forms may be found throughout the website organized by topic.
Note: Posters and brochures for which the Department has an electronic copy may be found below. Many of these posters and brochures may also be ordered online via the specialty publications page.
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Title | Authors and Contributors | Target Species | Type |
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A Two Phase Population Survey of Mussels in North Dakota Rivers (SWG T-24-R) | Dr. Andre Delorme, Valley City State University | Freshwater mussels | Research papers |
Implementing Adaptive Grassland Management for Declining Grassland and Wetland Birds at the Davis Ranch (SWG T-23-HM) | Eric Rosenquist, The Nature Conservancy | Numerous grassland and wetland associated species | Research papers |
Implementation of North Dakota’s Wildlife Action Plan through the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s Private Lands Initiative. (SWG T-22-HM) | Kevin Kading ND Game and Fish Department | All | Research papers |
Restoring Tall-grass and Mixed-grass Prairie in Cropland-dominated Landscapes of Northeastern North Dakota (SWG T-21-D) | Cami Dixon, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | Tall and mixed-grass associated species in NE North Dakota | Research papers |
Removal of Russian Olive Trees and Other Woody Vegetation in Grassland, Wetland, and Riparian Habitats (SWG T-20-D-1, T-20-R) | North Dakota Game and Fish Department - Jeb Williams | Numerous grassland and wetland associated species | Research papers |
Status of Selected Fishes with immediate conservation need in North Dakota (SWG T-14-R) | Dr. Charles Berry, South Dakota State University | Stream Fish in select drainages | Research papers |
Shorebird Nest Success and Nest-Site Selection in the Devils Lake Wetland Management District (SWG T-13-R) | Dr. Elizabeth Loos, Delta Waterfowl Foundation | Upland nesting shorebirds | Research papers |
Distribution and Abundance of River Otters and other Meso-carnivores in Eastern ND (SWG T-12-R) | Frostburg State University - Dr. Tom Serfass, Cory Stearns, Steven Loughery, Maggie Triska, Jessica Brandt, Frank K. Ammer, Brenda Newton, Zac Olsen and Tom Serfass | River otters, Fishers, and Spotted Skunks | Research papers |
Aerial Survey and Ground-based Mapping Effort of Black-tailed Prairie Dog Colonies in Southwestern ND (SWG T-11-R) | Craig Knowles, FaunaWest Wildlife Consultants | Black-tailed Prairie dog | Research papers |
Comparative Evaluation and Inventory of Small Mammals and Herptiles in SW ND (SWG T-10-R) | Dr. Rick Sweitzer and John Leonhart, University of North Dakota | Small mammals, reptiles, and amphibians | Research papers |
Marsh Bird Distribution in Relation to Landscape Composition in ND (SWG T-9-R) | Mark Sherfy, Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center | Non-game marshbirds | Research papers |
Demographic Performance of Prairie-nesting Shorebirds and Raptors in North Dakota (SWG T-8-R) | Scott Stephens, Ducks Unlimited | Marbled Godwit, Upland Sandpiper, Wilson’s Phalarope, Willet, Northern Harrier, Short-eared Owl | Research papers |
Exploration of Factors that may lead to colony abandonment or reduced productivity of American White Pelicans (SWG T-7-R) | Paulette Scherr USFWS; Marsha Sovada and Pam Pietz, NPWRC | American White Pelicans | Research papers |
Distribution, Abundance, and Habitat Associations of the Long-billed Curlew in Southwestern North Dakota (SWG T-6-R) | Dr. Richard Crawford and Dan Ackerman, University of North Dakota | Long-billed Curlew | Research papers |
Distribution and Abundance of Swainson’s and Ferruginous Hawks in ND: Development of Models to Assist in Conservation Planning (SWG T-3-1(2)) | St. Cloud State University - Dr. Marco Restani, Clara M. McCarthy | Swainson’s and Ferruginous Hawks | Research papers |
Richardson’s Ground Squirrel Colonies in ND: Distribution, Trend and Burrowing Owl Use (SWG T-3-1) | Marsha Sovada, Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center | Richardson’s Ground Squirrel, Borrowing Owl | Research papers |
Restoration of Fire Regimes on the Missouri Coteau to Support Native Prairie and Prairie Obligate Species (SWG T2-11-HM) | Eric Rosenquist, The Nature Conservancy | Numerous grassland associated species | Research papers |
Influence of Habitat Types on Waterfowl Nest Density and Success (SWG T2-10-R) | Cami Dixon, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Dr. Mike Eichholz, Southern Illinois University Carbondale | Northern Pintail, Redhead, Sharp-tailed Grouse | Research papers |
Influence of Habitat Types on Grassland Bird Diversity(SWG T2-8-R) | Dr. Katherine Mehl, University of North Dakota | Numerous grassland associated species | Research papers |
Interaction of Land Use and Wet/Dry Cycles on Invertebrate Populations in Prairie Wetlands: Implications for Waterbird Habitat Conservation (SWG T2-7-R) | Mike Anteau, Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center | Numerous wetland associated birds | Research papers |
Evaluating the Distribution of River Otters and Beavers throughout the Missouri and Souris River Drainages in North Dakota (SWG T2-6-R) | Dr. Tom Serfass, Frostburg State University | River Otters, Beavers | Research papers |
Distribution and Habitat Use of the Bats of North Dakota Project (SWG T2-5-R) | Dr. Erin Gillam, North Dakota State University | Western small-footed myotis, Long-eared myotis, long-legged myotis | Research papers |
Wetland Occupancy by Shorebirds in Wind Energy Developments in the Prairie Pothole Region of North Dakota (SWG T2-2-R) | Scott Stephens and Johann Walker, Ducks Unlimited | Marbled Godwit, Wilson’s Phalarope, Willet | Research papers |
Riparian Restoration on Western Wildlife Management Areas (SWG T2-1-D) | National Wild Turkey Federation - Jared W. McJunkin | Sturgeon Chub, Sicklefin Chub, Flathead Catfish, Red-headed Woodpecker, Bald Eagle, Golden Eagle, Northern Redbelly Snake, Russian Olive | Research papers |
A Landscape Approach to Grassland Bird Conservation in North Dakota (SWG T-1-3) | Dr. Dave Naugle and Frank Quamen, University of Montana | Grassland Birds | Research papers |
An Evaluation of Historical Mule Deer Fawn Recruitment in North Dakota | North Dakota Game and Fish Department - William F. Jensen, University of Freiburg - Simone Ciuti, University of Alberta - Scott E. Nielsen, Mark S. Boyce | Mule Deer | Research papers |
Cisco Lake Whitefish Comparison Poster | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Cisco, Lake Whitefish | Educational materials |
Testing Standard for Breakaway Cable Devices | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | n/a | Other |
Management Plan and Conservation Strategies for Greater Sage-grouse In North Dakota | North Dakota Game and Fish Department - Aaron C. Robinson | Sage-grouse | Management reports and plans |
Releasing Dogs from Cable Devices | North Dakota Game and Fish Department, North Dakota Fur Hunters and Trappers Association | n/a | Educational materials |
Releasing Dogs from Foothold Traps | North Dakota Game and Fish Department, North Dakota Fur Hunters and Trappers Association | n/a | Educational materials |
Releasing Dogs from Body-grip Traps | North Dakota Game and Fish Department, North Dakota Fur Hunters and Trappers Association | n/a | Educational materials |
ANS Species List | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Aquatic Nuisance Species | Other |
ANS Classification System and Associated Permitting | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Aquatic Nuisance Species | Other |
Wildlife Action Plan - 2005 | North Dakota Game and Fish Department - Sandra Johnson, Patrick Isakson, Steve Dyke | Various | Management reports and plans |
Bismarck Conservation and Outdoor Skills Area Bingo | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | n/a | Educational materials |
Kids Corner - Deer Puzzle | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | n/a | Educational materials |
The Grass Book 2013 | North Dakota Game and Fish Department, ND Natural Resources Trust, Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, USFWS | n/a | Educational materials |
North Dakota Cooperative Fur Harvester Education Program Student Manual | North Dakota Game and Fish Department, North Dakota Fur Hunters and Trappers Association, Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies | Furbearers | Educational materials |
Theodore Roosevelt Award Workbook | Wildlife Society, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, 4-H | n/a | Educational materials |
Bismarck Conservation and Outdoor Skills Area Guide | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | n/a | Educational materials |
Ask Before You Enter Sign | North Dakota Game and Fish Department, North Dakota Landowner-sportsman Council | n/a | Other |
Walking Hunters Welcome Sign | North Dakota Game and Fish Department, North Dakota Landowner-sportsman Council | n/a | Other |
Woodland Birds of North Dakota Poster | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Woodland Birds | Educational materials |
Wetland Birds of North Dakota Poster | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Wetland Birds | Educational materials |
Grassland Birds of North Dakota Poster | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Grassland Birds | Educational materials |
Aquatic Nuisance Species Management Plan - 2005 | North Dakota Game and Fish Department - Lynn Schlueter | Aquatic Nuisance Species | Management reports and plans |
Safety on Ice | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | n/a | Educational materials |
Aquatic Nuisance Species Brochure | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Aquatic Nuisance Species | Educational materials |
Potential Impacts of Oil and Gas Development on Select ND Natural Resources | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Various | Research papers |