Written collaboratively by: Robin Buterbaugh, Lora Perkins, Bret Lang, Anna Manson, and Sara Ogan.
South Dakota has a range of habitats that support many bird species, and native plants play an important role in all those habitats. This factsheet provides an overview of habitat types present in South Dakota, highlights key native plants present in those habitats that are especially critical for supporting birds, and recommendations for ways you can improve bird habitat on your property.
About the Native Plant Initiative: Native plants are the foundation that supports insects, pollinators (including bees), birds, livestock and wildlife. This project supports the mission of conducting research, education and outreach to support excellence in the native plant materials system in the nation with specific focus on the Great Plains.
