News and Announcements

For Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Early spring flowers are taking advantage of sunlight before trees have full leaf cover.

The loss of native pollinators, such as bumblebees, can have catastrophic consequences on the biodiversity of Massachusetts. Learn how to plant your garden to help pollinators.

​​​​​​​The 2020 spring turkey hunting season in Massachusetts is April 27–May 23. Review new regulations, safety information, and impacts of COVID-19.

MassWildlife's Species Spotlight for April is the frosted elfin! Learn about this small butterfly, how MassWildlife biologists are working to protect this species of special concern, and what you can do to help.

There are several early spring blooming plants, also known as spring ephemerals, that rely almost entirely on ants to distribute their seeds.

Long-time Director of the Office of Fishing and Boating was instrumental in securing public access to boating and fishing.

MassWildlife offers ideas for individuals and families to explore Massachusetts wildlife and habitats—in person outside or through a variety of online resources.

Chuxian Feng’s award winning work will represent Massachusetts in the national JDS contest.

The 2019 winners have been announced. State of Emergency temporarily halts Catch and Keep portion of the program, but anglers can fish on!

Connect with an online community of naturalists to learn about the wild plants and animals in Massachusetts. Join MassWildlife’s iNaturalist project to see and add to species information for our featured properties.

Take a moment to reflect, relax, and let your inner child go wild!

MassWildlife has adjusted services, events, and operations to protect our employees and Massachusetts residents, and prevent further spread of COVID-19.

All youth turkey hunt seminars have been canceled. Past participants who have completed hunter education and the turkey hunting seminar can still participate in the youth turkey hunt day on April 25.

Support rare species and sign up for a trail run in Westborough. Options include a 5K, 10K, or Kids Fun Run.

MassWildlife is stocking 500,000 trout across Massachusetts this spring! Find out where and get daily updates at Mass.gov/trout.