Missouri Department of Conservation

Priority Focus Areas

These areas are the best places to do the most for Missouri's wildlife. Why? They include the largest areas of quality habitat. In addition to the habitat conservation work we've done since 1937, we're forging new partnerships with local landowners, government agencies, nonprofits and other state and federal agencies to concentrate funding, know-how and technical support on dozens of priority landscapes around the state.

It Pays to Be a Partner

Take a look at this map. If your land or town lies in one of the yellow areas, you're eligible for enhanced funding opportunities and technical support. Give your regional office a call to learn more.

Conservation Opportunity Areas

The Missouri Department of Conservation has joined with partners to take an “all wildlife conservation” approach. This framework of Conservation Opportunity Areas identifies the best places where partners can combine technology, expertise and resources for all wildlife conservation.

Grassland Coalition

The Missouri Grasslands Coalition, a partnership of 20 agencies and groups focused on conserving Missouri grasslands, recognizes the prairie chicken as a symbol of healthy grassland ecosystems.

Missouri's Comprehensive Wildlife Strategy

Download this document to learn more about Missouri's Comprehensive Wildlife Strategy.