ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

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                                            • Wildlife Friendly Erosion Control
                                              • Stormwater Management
                                                • Tree Care in Construction Zones
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                                                          Wildlife Habitat

                                                          All creatures need food, water, shelter, and space to survive and thrive. This section discusses ways you can provide the essentials to wildlife by installing nest boxes, pollinator pockets, water features, and more.

                                                          Enhancing Habitat

                                                          Enhancing Habitat

                                                          Water Features

                                                          Water Features

                                                          Nest Boxes

                                                          Nest Boxes

                                                          Dark Skies for Wildlife

                                                          Dark Skies for Wildlife

                                                          Endangered Species

                                                          Endangered Species

                                                          Managing Wildlife

                                                          Managing Wildlife

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                                                          The CICADA website was developed with funding from the Illinois Wildlife Preservation Fund. Those funds are to be used for preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and enhancing non-game wildlife in the state.