Where We Work
The PPJV covers one-third of North America’s Prairie Pothole Region (PPR), including portions of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa. Just 20% of the grassland in the PPR is protected, which equates to only 6% of the historic extent of grassland area.
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Conservation through Partnerships
Photo: Mitch Kezar for the SD Grassland Coalition and USDA-NRCS
Grassland Bird Habitat Conservation
The PPJV hosts 45-90% of the continental breeding populations for several grassland bird species that are experiencing some of the steepest population declines. The loss of over 70 million acres of grasslands in the PPJV has made grassland birds one of the most imperiled guilds in North America.
Our Amazing Grasslands
Dan Anderson - “The wildlife we have in this area, the deer, and the antelope and grouse, need native grasses and prairie to survive. They were just designed that way, and if we lose that, say we turned this country into farm ground, those species are in danger of being lost." The intensive grazing practices at Darling Creek Ranch are benefiting both the livestock and local wildlife. By moving their animals regularly and allowing the grasslands to recover, the Andersons are not only improving the health of their pastures but also providing better habitats for wildlife to thrive.
- Meadow, SD
Keep In Touch
Keep up with the latest news on bird and habitat conservation efforts across the Prairie Pothole Joint Venture!