Endangered Resources Forms

The forms below are either online forms or available as a PDF. All PDF files open in a new browser window.

Application and Permit for Collection and Research in Wisconsin State Natural Areas (9400-280)
This application allows an individual to apply for a permit to collect and research in the State Natural Areas of Wisconsin. View Form [PDF 212KB]

State Natural Areas Inspection Report Form (1700-021)
This form allows land managers and individuals to submit information such as invasive species, management issues, and unlawful use on State Natural Areas. View Form [PDF 15KB]

Endangered and Threatened Species Permit Application (1700-001)
This permit is required to take, transport, possess, or sell any animal or plant species or parts thereof included on the Wisconsin Endangered and Threatened Species List. View Form [PDF 7KB]

Natural Heritage Inventory (NHI) Endangered Resources Review Request (1700-047)
It is often advantageous for an applicant to gather endangered resources information for a proposed project early in the planning process, even if the project will be reviewed later in the process by other DNR staff. To find out if a proposed project may impact rare species or other sensitive resources, an applicant can request an Endangered Resources Review of the proposed project. This Review provides a letter to the applicant listing rare species, high-quality natural communities, and significant natural features found in or near the proposed project area. The letter will also explain whether additional steps need to be followed to comply with the Wisconsin Endangered Species Law. You may want to include a copy of this letter with any applications for permits or formal approvals for the project that you submit to other DNR programs. Response time is generally 6 to 8 weeks, but varies depending upon workload. The fee for an Endangered Resources Review is $20 per hour, with a minimum fee of $60. Projects will be invoiced upon completion. You may fill this form out on your computer, print, and mail out. However, you can not save the form, as any filled-in fields will be lost. View Form [PDF 21KB]

Wisconsin Rare Mammal Observation Form
This is an online form. Please use this form to report observations of the gray wolf, cougar, lynx, moose, and marten in Wisconsin. View Form

Wisconsin Colonial Waterbird Online Survey (1700-058)
This form was designed to streamline the data submission process for professional wildlife biologists and experienced volunteer cooperators who have conducted or are conducting colonial waterbird surveys during the course of spring and summer outdoor activities. View Form

The following field report forms are for use by field observers when recording observations of rare plants or animals. The forms provide standardized information that will help us to enter the data and to interpret the observation for that sighting (and in the larger context of Wisconsin). The form should be filled out as completely as possible and sent to the address listed at the bottom of each form. The Natural Heritage Program cannot accept data derived from trespass. Gain landowner's permission before entering private property.

Natural Heritage Inventory (NHI) Rare Animal Field Report (1700-048)
This form allows an individual to report a rare animal observation. Information submitted will be used to supplement the NHI Database. View Online Form or View Printable Form [PDF 10KB]

Natural Heritage Inventory (NHI) Rare Plant Field Report (1700-049)
This form allows an individual to report a rare plant species finding. Information submitted will be used to supplement the NHI Database. View Online Form or View Printable Form [PDF 12KB]

The following Volunteer Carnivore Tracking Program forms should be filled out and mailed to:

Volunteer Carnivore Tracker Background Information (1700-051)
To participate in Wisconsin's Carnivore Tracker Program, volunteers must provide some backgroud information on this form, which is used for administrative purposes only. View Form [PDF 7KB]

Carnivore Track Survey (1700-052)
Volunteer Carnivore Trackers can use this form to monitor and report carnivore tracking activities for each survey event. Information provided will be used for research and management purposes. View Form [PDF 18KB]

Carnivore Tracking Annual Survey Summary (1700-053)
Volunteer Carnivore Trackers can use this form to monitor and report carnivore tracking activities in a summary of their surveys for the year. Information provided will be used for research and management purposes. View Form [PDF 8KB]

Wolf Track Annual Survey Summary (1700-054)
Volunteer Carnivore Trackers can use this form to report survey summaries for the year. Information provided will be used for research and management purposes. View Form [PDF 6KB]

Suspected Wolf Tracks Discriminant Analysis (1700-055)
On this form an individual can report suspected wolf track findings for analysis. View Form [PDF 540KB]