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.
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| Title | Authors and Contributors | Target Species | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Establishing Amphibian Population Levels in Local Sites of North Dakota (SWG T-26-R) | Dr. Chris Beachy and Ken Cabarle, Minot State University | Canadian Toad, Plains Spadefoot | Research papers |
| 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 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Aquatic Nuisance Species Poster | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Aquatic Nuisance Species | Educational materials |
| Hunting Over Bait | North Dakota Game and Fish Department | Big Game | Educational materials |