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Topics in this section help you manage your land for wildlife, control problem plants and animals, and learn about common wildlife diseases.

Backyard Wildlife

By providing sources of food, water and cover, you can turn your yard into a lively place full of fun-to-watch Missouri wildlife. Topics in this section show you how. More

Deer on Your Property

Browse tips for managing deer on your property and for controlling them when they become nuisances. More

Game Birds on Your Property

Learn to manage your land for pheasant, quail, turkey and prairie chicken—and improve your livestock forage base in the bargain. More

Gardens and Wildlife

Learn protect your Missouri home garden from unwanted pests. More

Help Endangered Wildlife

Find out what you can do on your land to help Missouri's endangered animals and the native plants they depend on. More

Problem Plants and Animals

Invasive, non-native species can hurt native wildlife and reduce farm profits. Missouri's native plants and animals can also cause problems. Learn how to identify and control both. More

Small Game on Your Property

Learn to manage your land for popular small game such as squirrels and cottontail rabbits. More

Wildlife Food Plots

Browse plans for establishing food plots for Missouri wildlife. More

Wildlife Management for Missouri Landowners

Learn to improve your Missouri land for wildife by habitat type or kind of wildlife. This book shows you how. More

Related Information

  • Field Guide

    What plant or animal is that? Identify and learn more about Missouri's plants, animals, and mushrooms.

  • Free Publications

    Our free publications help Missouri landowners, homeowners, teachers and students improve their acres, learn about animals and plants, enjoy more fishing and hunting, attract fun-to-watch wildlife with native plants and get involved in special programs. Download this form to browse or order dozens of free publications from MDC's distribution center. Note: you must be a Missouri resident to receive our free printed publications.

External Links

  • Conservation and Habitat Contractors

    Get help improving your land for conservation and wildlife. Browse the Grow Native! program's list of habitat professionals.

  • Land & Water Care YouTube Videos

    Visit our Land & Water Care channel on YouTube for dozens of short how-to videos on land- and water-management projects. Get tips on planting native warm-season grasses, establishing diverse quail habitat, building ephemeral pools, improving your woodlot and more.

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