Project T-85-D1
Project Title: Recovery of the Greater Prairie-Chickens in Illinois
Community and/or Species Focus: Greater Prairie Chickens
Goals/Objectives:
- Restoration and stewardship of grassland habitat at Prairie Ridge State Natural Area
- Prepare and implement a translocating plan
- Conduct annual surveys
Achievements:
- About 100 prairie chickens were translocated each year for 3 years to PRSNA and released to be trapped during the spring months
- Performed post-release monitoring and spring booming ground census activities
Post-Project Survey (if applicable): n/a
Project Period: 11/1/13 - 3/31/18
Principle Investigator(s): Schelsky and Hoover (Illinois Natural History Survey)
Final Report: