Michigan’s Habitat Management on State Forest, Wildlife Lands, and
Waterways
State natural resources are managed within a sustainable framework under DNR
approved prescriptions and management plans. Sustainability includes managing the
quality, quantity and distribution of fish and wildlife habitats, which contributes to the
conservation of biological diversity. Habitat diversity ensures the conservation of
important plants and animals, including aquatic flora and fauna, and unique communities
and ecosystems. Approximately 330 fish and wildlife species (bird, mammal, reptiles and
amphibians) are found in the Upper and Northern Lower Peninsulas. Featured species
represent specific animal species selected due to their association with specific habitat
conditions.
Each year plans are developed and management activities conducted that create,
maintain, restore, and improve resource sustainability including fish and wildlife habitat.
Many factors contribute to habitat diversity and sustainability. Timber harvest is the
most important factor influencing wildlife habitat and it provides fiber for a vital
Michigan industry; as well as many other activities. Listed below are habitat projects and
estimates of the number of species associated with each habitat type.
Select State of Michigan to view Habitat Management activities for each County.
View information on specific Habitat Management activities
View Statewide Habitat Management activities summary list
Fisheries Division Management Unit Boundaries and contacts
Forest Resources Division Management Unit Boundaries and contacts
Wildlife Division Management Unit Boundaries and contacts
Acronym list