Ahlstedt, Steven A., Paul D. Johnson, Jeffrey R. Powell, Robert S. Butler, Mark Fagg, Don Hubbs, Katherine Klyce, Sabrina F. Novak, and Sally R. Palmer.   This report is a geological survey of freshwater mollusks in the Duck River Basin, Tennessee.  It was conducted in order to examine changes in historical richness and distribution in this extremely diverse area.

Beard, Lisa M., and Russ T. Brown.  This report discusses dominant and limiting factors related to the occurrence of taste and odor-causing algae in the Duck River.  A goal of the modeling documented here was to predict future occurrences by reproducing patterns of algal growth.

Biological Surveys Find Duck River Most Biodiverse in U.S.  This article outlines the distinct biological richness of the Duck River region, and how The Nature Conservancy's work with other partners may have been the factor for the rebound of mussel and snail populations in the Duck River area.

Bragg, Marion B.  By collecting benthic macroinvertebrate samples from the Normandy Reservoir, researchers could compare the species found before and after impoundment.  Chironomidae, Chaoborus, and Oligochaeta were prevalent after impoundment.  Environmental characteristics including pH, air and water temperature, total alkalinity, and dissolved oxygen were those measured to determine their relationship on the number of benthic organisms found.

Branson, Cheryl Ann.  The thesis documents the type of phytoplankton available to endangered mussel populations to determine whether the Lillard Mill affected the phytoplankton population.  The objectives of the study were "to identify, quantify and statistically compare the number of phytoplankton and bacterioplankton from three different sites around the dam."

Brody, Jane E.  "While the threat of a silent spring may be abating, recent findings suggest that the danger of lifeless waterways looms ever larger.  Fish and other animals that live in North American waterways are disappearing much faster than land-based fauna, survey data indicate."

Colley, Leslie.  The presentation described the Duck River's rich biological diversity and projects in which The Nature Conservancy is involved to preserve and protect it.

Cummins, Eric N.  The thesis outlines the early characteristics of largemouth and spotted bass in the Normandy Reservoir in Tennessee.  The fish were collected from June 1992 until September 1994.  Their species' abundances were studied and compared, as well as the condition of each group.

DiCenzo, Victor J.  The thesis explains the dynamics of specific types of bass in the Normandy Reservoir in Tennessee.  It compares two different bass larvae nests raised in the laboratory, noting the differences in relation to one another.   

Dorsey, Lawrence G.  The thesis examines the population and habitat use of age-zero largemouth and spotted bass in the Normandy Reservoir, Tennessee.  The bass were collected July 1992 until September 1996, and their early lives were recorded and compared.  Their abundance and habitat use were examined and documented.

EEA: Selected Cases/  This site summarizes selected cases based on the Federal Endangered Species Act.  Included are “The Snail Darter Case” and “The Protection of Habitat Case.”

Freshwater Mollusk Conservation Society -- Water Quality and Freshwater Gastropod Workshop.   This file is an announcement about a workshop hosted by the Freshwater Mollusk Conservation Society in 2004.  Presentations on freshwater mussel recovery in the Duck River basin and utilities planning in the basin were on the itinerary.  

GM-GMability Environment:  GM Donates to The Nature Conservancy.  This article tells about GM Motor company’s contribution to the Nature Conservancy of Tennessee.  

Ihrie, Patrick D.  To solve the problem of fecal pollution in water, its sources must be identified.  This research involved using fecal isolates from the Duck River to test the theory that differential resistance to antibiotics and differences in carbon source usage can be helpful in determining the source of bacterial sources.  

Imported Fire Ant Areas in Tennessee:  Quarantined Areas for the Year 2004.  This document discusses the potential harm and benefits of fire ants and how they are being managed.

Miller, Brian T., and John W. Lamb.  The occurrence of a small, isolated population of gopher frogs at Arnold Air Force Base (Arnold AFB) in Coffee County, Tennessee, was inferred from the collection of a single specimen on July 12, 1993. Despite continued searches, a second specimen was not forthcoming until almost four years later (March 1, 1997).  The collection of this latter specimen, found less than 1 km from the first specimen, rekindled interest in the distribution of the gopher frog in Tennessee and prompted an even more intensive and deliberate three-year survey (1998-2000) for breeding sites.

The Nature Conservatory.  This newsletter includes a section on GM Motor company’s contribution of a Saturn vehicle in support of the Duck River project in Columbia.  

Patterson, William B.  The thesis documents a study of a region in the southeastern Highland Rim of Coffee County, Tennessee.  Landscapes, soils and vegetation were among the features evaluated.  After further analysis, the method used to classify the different community types within the forest proved to be 99% successful.  The researchers also created maps of the forest communities and soil subgroups within the area.

Paxton, Christopher James.  This thesis summarizes a 1996-97 in-depth study of the redband darter and its growth patterns and prevalence in Titan Creek, which lies within the Duck River system in Maury County, Tennessee.  

Peterson, Mary S.  This thesis surveyed birds in isolated forest wetlands and surrounding habitats from Fall 1999 to Summer 2000.  It explains the suggested results of the analyses of data collected from the habitats.    

Proposed Critical Habitat for Five Endangered Mussels.  The document is a question-and-answer sheet about which freshwater mussels are classified as endangered, and other questions about mussels in general are discussed.

Pygmy Madtom.   The file is a description of the pygmy madtom, a type of catfish that is smallest of the madtom species.

Return of the Natives:  Community Guide for Restoration of Fish & Aquatic Species.  This document outlines the history of the Duck River watershed and its biological diversity.  

Robison, Neil Douglas.  This thesis discusses the conclusions about the hunting, farming, and eating patterns of the Normandy Reservoir prehistoric people that can be determined from the archaeological remains along the Duck River.

Schilling, Elizabeth M., and James D. Williams.  The article outlines a survey of mussel species in the mainstream Duck River, downstream of Centerville, Tennessee.  It reports the types of mussels found and their ranges.  

Shute, Peggy W., and David A. Etnier.  The site describes certain species of fish found in the Duck River and other regions.  

Status of Seven Endangered Mollusc Species to be Reviewed.  The document is a news release outlining a review by the Interior Department's U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service of certain endangered molluscs in the southeast.  

Strategic Plan for Conservation of Fish and Wildlife Trust Resources in the Lower Tennessee-Cumberland Ecosystem.  The document outlines the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's goals, objectives and strategies to meet its vision of conserving the "Tennessee and Cumberland River watersheds' natural animal and plant diversity through perpetuation of a dynamic, healthy ecosystem."

Tennessee Animal Biogeographic Systems.  This site provides wildlife information about animals on the Duck River.  

Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge.  This brochure describes the extent of the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge, of which the Duck River is a major unit.

"TWRA Trail Ride."  This episode of Tennessee’s Wild Side discusses the Yanahli Wildlife Management Area and its association with the Duck River watershed.

Villosa lienosa vanuxemi.   This site describes the Villosa lienosa vanuxemi, which can be found in the Duck River and other Tennessee River systems.

Villosa taeniata. This site describes the Villosa taeniata, which can be found in the Duck River and other Tennessee River systems.

Vlach, Joshua Justin.  This report documents the findings of various arthropod species in the unique forest environment of the Sinking Pond area.

Yearly Animal Population Summaries for the Duck River. The site provides a waterfowl summary of the Duck River for the 2000-2001, 2001-2002, and 2002-2003 seasons.