News and Announcements

Black bears killing chickens and damaging coops is becoming the number one human-bear conflict in Massachusetts. Coops and chicken wire provide inadequate protection from bears.

The Board's mandate is to protect and manage the wildlife of Massachusetts as an essential public natural resource for the use and enjoyment of all.

The steady expansion of MassWildlife's Prescribed Fire Program has a direct benefit to wildlife of Massachusetts.

Black bears are found throughout much of state. Learn what to do if you see a bear and take steps around your home to prevent problems with black bears.

Fish where the winners fish, or find out how to enter your trophy catch and win a pin!

MassWildlife relocated four peregrine falcon chicks from a dangerous nest at a construction site near Boston to a new home in Lowell.

MassWildlife is holding a public hearing on June 22, 2022 on regulations related to the hunting of pheasant, quail, and small game.

You don’t need a bird feeder to attract songbirds to your yard or garden. Providing natural food sources and water can benefit wildlife while still providing plenty of viewing opportunities for bird lovers.

The loss of bumblebees and other native pollinators can have devastating consequences on the biodiversity of Massachusetts. Learn how to plant your garden to help pollinators.

MassWildlife biologists visit black bear dens every winter to collect valuable data.

To track bear populations for research, MassWildlife needs to know where cubs have been observed. If you see a bear with cubs in eastern Massachusetts, report it!

A new mural in Boston called "Meet your Neighbors" raises awareness of rare and endangered species.

MassWildlife led a partnership of state agencies to develop a new book.

River otters stay active in the cold weather and even seem to enjoy snow and ice. Brush up on your otter facts and get inspired to get outdoors this winter.