News and Announcements

The natural cycle of oak tree seed production can lead to an abundance of acorns and a welcome source of nutrition for local wildlife.

Wild turkeys have made a remarkable comeback through dedicated reintroduction efforts that began in the 1970s. Now thriving statewide, turkeys have become a common sight with a population of around 30,000–35,000.

MassWildlife’s Hunters Share the Harvest venison donation program distributes meals to Massachusetts residents facing food insecurity. Learn more about the program and how you can support the cause.

Spiders are often associated with Halloween, but most of these arachnids are nothing to be scared of. Learn about three harmless spider species and how they benefit our ecosystems.

Moose and deer are more active during fall breeding seasons.

MassWildlife worked with partners to safeguard freshwater mussels at the site of a dam removal project on the Quinapoxet River by relocating them to upstream habitats.

Bat week starts October 24. Get into the spirit by dispelling outdated bat myths and learning more about the threats facing these harmless and fascinating flying mammals.

Autumn is here, bringing cooler temperatures, falling leaves, and shorter days. As you prepare your yard for winter, help your local wildlife with a few simple steps.

Want to have some fun in nature this fall but don’t know where to start? Grab your binoculars and enjoy the outdoors with these five autumn activities.

Be safe, be seen. Hunters and non-hunters alike should wear blaze orange while recreating outdoors this fall.

MassWildlife and Zoo New England are teaming up to monitor threatened turtles. Take an inside look at how researchers are collecting data to drive conservation efforts.

Over 73,000 rainbow and brown trout will be stocked across Massachusetts this fall starting in late September.

Hunting is a safe activity. Equipped with the right information, non-hunters can feel comfortable using the woods at any time of year.

MassWildlife's Habitat Management Grant Program is accepting applications for projects that improve habitat on lands open to outdoor recreation.

“Connections: Working Together for Nature” establishes a bold and unifying vision for the Department, focusing on solutions at the intersection of biodiversity, climate change, and environmental justice.