News and Announcements

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

Improvements to the online reporting and filing system make it easier for those filing MESA Regulatory Review forms.

No license is needed to fish in fresh water the first weekend in June!

To stay hidden from predators, young white-tailed deer spend much of their first 30 days on their own. Learn about fawn development and why you should never approach or take a fawn from the wild even if it’s alone.

Learn how you can help the hundreds of plants and animals that are considered rare in Massachusetts and celebrate 50 years of the federal Endangered Species Act.

There are many reasons for turtles to roam in the spring! Watch for them crossing roadways starting in mid-May.

Get outside for Mother's Day! Plan ahead with these tips and treat mom to a great experience on the water.

After a four-year study, MassWildlife finds that a majority of brown trout in the upper Deerfield are wild, not hatchery raised.

Wearing a properly fitted personal flotation device could save your life.

March through May is breeding season for wild turkeys, resulting in increased turkey activity across Massachusetts. Avoid feeding turkeys to prevent conflicts.

A public hearing will be held April 26 to establish rules and regulations for the 2023–2024 migratory game bird hunting seasons.

In most cases, the best thing to do if you find a young wild animal is leave it alone.

This year’s spring turkey hunting season is April 24–May 20. Get ready for the start of season by purchasing your license and turkey permit then review regulations and hunting tips.

Two new species added, new youth category, and 2022 winners.