
Human Dimension Survey Methods
MDC managers and decision makers often need information on what “the public” thinks about resource management issues—from how users like a new trail or exhibit to how the state should manage the deer population.
MDC is conducting research to determine the growth rate and size of the black bear population and to also examine bear habitat use and movement patterns.
Neonicotinoids are a class of chemical insecticide widely used as pre-planting seed treatments on major agricultural crops such as corn, soybeans, canola, and cereals (e.g., wheat) to control insect agricultural pests.
The Missouri Eagle Watch Program allows volunteers to contribute to the conservation of bald eagles in the state by reporting eagle and eagle nest sightings and collecting other information.
A cooperative study between MDC, USGS, Missouri State University and the James Foundation to determine the current status of two caddisfly species of Conservation Concern in the Maramec Spring Branch.