Abstract
Greater prairie chickens are an iconic grassland bird of the prairies of North America. Once an abundant species, populations of greater prairie- chickens have declined precipitously in Illinois. Learn about the long history of conservation efforts for this beautiful and fantastically emblematic wildlife species. Hear about current recovery efforts at Prairie Ridge State Natural Area and the great peril this bird faces in contemporary times.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Wild Things Conference 2015 |
Pages | 5 |
State | Published - 2015 |
Keywords
- INHS