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WHOOPING CRANE Grus americana
State: Endangered   Federal: Endangered
December 6, 2012Kansas Ornithological Society Christmas Bird Count runs Dec. 9-Jan. 13, 2013PRATT — The long tradition of Christmas bird counts provide people interested in birds opportunities to make new acquaintances, renew old friendships, and learn more about birds and birdwatching in Kansas. The counts also provide important information ab ... Read More


December 6, 2012Operation Game Thief provides safe, fast way for citizens to help catch poachers
PRATT — You see a blatant wildlife law violation and it makes you angry, but what can you do? You assume the local game warden is miles away and couldn’t get here in time. What can you do? You follow the laws and regulations and hunting ethics are i ... Read More


December 6, 2012Make the outdoor-lover on your list happy this yearPRATT – If you’re looking for a special gift for the outdoor persons on your list, look no further than the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT). It can be a easy as going to www.ksoutdoors.com and shopping online, or you can visit one of KDWPT’s regional or ... Read More


Banded Darter Etheostoma zonale
State: SINC   Federal: N/A
December 7, 2012Passport available to residents registering their vehiclesTOPEKA – Kansans who enjoy visiting the state parks can count on at least two annual rituals – renewing their vehicle registrations and buying their annual park permits. Currently, these tasks must be completed on separate occasions, at different buildings or online locat ... Read More


Banded Sculpin Cottus carolinae
State: SINC   Federal: N/A