The Migratory Bird Wetland Program is dedicated to conserving wetlands and associated uplands to benefit Montana’s wildlife, especially migratory birds, and enhance hunting and other compatible recreational opportunities.
Wetlands are a declining resource in Montana; approximately one third of our original wetlands have been lost, primarily to draining and filling. Wetlands provide critical ecosystem functions important for our communities, producers, recreationists, and our wildlife, including water purification, flood control, and groundwater recharge. They provide critical foraging, brood-rearing, and migration habitat for waterfowl and many other wetland-associated wildlife. Associated uplands provide important nesting habitat for waterfowl and contribute to the water quality and function of wetlands.
2024 Montana Migratory Bird Stamp Art Contest
FWP, along with the help of landowners and other conservation partners, is putting a renewed emphasis on wetlands habitat. To highlight the importance of wetland conservation Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is re-launching the Migratory Bird Stamp.
The complimentary new Migratory Bird Stamp will help raise additional awareness and appreciation for wetlands and the migratory bird species that directly benefit from them. The stamp also signifies a renewed emphasis and focus by FWP on wetland habitat. Promoting the new Migratory Bird Stamp will provide ongoing opportunities to highlight the importance of wetlands to wildlife and working lands.
The Montana Migratory Bird Stamp will kick off with a contest to select a piece of art to display for the 2024 stamp.
