News and Announcements

Four members of the MassWildlife prescribed fire crew were deployed with 16 other Massachusetts firefighters to assist with wildfires burning across the northern Rocky Mountain region.

Beginning in late September, Antlerless Deer Permits are available for zones 9, 10, 11, 13, and 14 until sold out.

Archery season extension; Antlerless Deer Permits; Wachusett hunting extended; and more!

Members of the MassWildlife prescribed fire crew recently assisted in securing wildfires in the Province of Québec.

Former MassWildlife photographer is remembered for his images and contributions to conservation in Massachusetts.

Earlier this month, botanists found American chaffseed on Cape Cod, a federally endangered plant that hasn't been seen in Massachusetts since 1965.

At its July meeting, the Fisheries and Wildlife Board appointed Mark Tisa to the position of Director of the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife.

Tell us when and where you see rare plants and animals!

Call the MA Environmental Police 1 (800) 632-8075 to report a fish kill. The vast majority of summer fish kills reported are natural events.

A banded peregrine falcon has died after fathering 42 chicks over 14 years.

National Fishing and Boating Week is June 2–10. Celebrate with local events!

Hanson residents help release northern red-bellied cooters at Burrage Pond.

MassWildlife biologists mark hatchery-raised brown trout in the first phase of a multi-year study.

Help MassWildlife monitor wild turkey numbers across the state by reporting the birds you see in your area.

Massachusetts youth competing in the 2018 Envirothon engaged in hands-on exploration of soil, water, wildlife, and forest resources, and researched current environmental issues.