Project highlights

The Office of Applied Science conducts dozens of fish and wildlife research projects year-round. Check out some of the latest updates from our scientists and research teams stationed across the state.

Walleye recruitment in ceded territory lakes

Researchers conducted electrofishing surveys on Escanaba Lake in September as part of Dr. Stephanie Shaw's study to investigate how biotic and abiotic factors influence walleye populations. Read the full article. [PDF]

Fire effects study ignites new research

Dr. Jed Meunier is investigating what time of year prescribed burns are most effective for eliminating invasive woody species in Wisconsin’s fire-dependent ecosystems. Read the full article. [PDF]

Tracking bobcats in Wisconsin

The Office of Applied Science uses radio collars to track Wisconsin's bobcat population. Read the infographic about our work with bobcats [PDF]

Coarse woody habitat in Wisconsin lakes

The Office of Applied Science is studying whether the addition of coarse woody habitat to lake ecosystems impacts abundance and reproduction in fish populations.