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Mapping Critical Habitat Informs Lake Shoreland Management
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2026Metadata
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Critical lake habitat is essential for aquatic species; about 80% of endangered and threatened state species depend on near shore zones, and up to 90% of lake and river organisms inhabit shallow shores. WDNR defines critical habitat as “fish and wildlife habitat; physical features of lakes and streams that ensure protection of water quality; reaches of bank, shore or bed that are predominantly natural in appearance; and navigation thoroughfares”. Nova Ecological Services mapped critical habitat and assessed shoreland habitat features on six lakes in Vilas, Oneida, and Forest counties from 2019 to 2024. These surveys help inform lake residents of important lake features to protect, and guide restoration efforts near ecologically important areas. The work has been funded by WDNR Lake Planning grants, Healthy Lakes and Rivers grants, EPA support via the Sokaogon Chippewa Community, and in-kind support from lake stakeholders.
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Critical lake habitat is essential for aquatic species; about 80% of endangered and threatened state species depend on near shore zones, and up to 90% of lake and river organisms inhabit shallow shores. WDNR defines critical habitat as “fish and wildlife habitat; physical features of lakes and streams that ensure protection of water quality; reaches of bank, shore or bed that are predominantly natural in appearance; and navigation thoroughfares”. Nova Ecological Services mapped critical habitat and assessed shoreland habitat features on six lakes in Vilas, Oneida, and Forest counties from 2019 to 2024. These surveys help inform lake residents of important lake features to protect, and guide restoration efforts near ecologically important areas. The work has been funded by WDNR Lake Planning grants, Healthy Lakes and Rivers grants, EPA support via the Sokaogon Chippewa Community, and in-kind support from lake stakeholders.