News and Announcements

Massachusetts is home to five members of the weasel family. Learn about each species and test your knowledge by identifying a mystery Mustelid!

Fishing may not be top of mind in December, but there is no off season for our trout hatcheries! Get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to produce a new crop of trout.

With less food and cold temperatures, some animals cope by slowing down or hibernating in winter. During this busy time of year, draw inspiration from local wildlife and find time to rest as we approach the new year.

It was a great year for wildlife conservation and outdoor recreation in Massachusetts. Take a moment to revisit MassWildlife’s top stories from 2023.

Each year, MassWildlife provides opportunities for the hunting community to enjoy nature, harvest game meat, and support conservation.

Investment will Restore Wildlife Habitat, Promote Resiliency, Increase Biodiversity and Make Communities in Central and Western Mass Safer

Five teens from Lexington won first place at the 2023 Envirothon where teams test their knowledge of wildlife conservation, aquatic ecology, soils, and forestry.

It's not uncommon for Massachusetts residents to hear coyotes howling, especially at night. Learn why a coyote may be howling in your neighborhood.

This October, forget about the haunted house—build a bat house instead!

Deer hunting seasons are just around the corner. You might be surprised to know that hunting is good for our forests, good for our climate, and is helping to alleviate food insecurity in the Commonwealth.

September's Run for Wildlife raised funds and awareness for endangered species in Massachusetts.

At its August meeting, the Fisheries and Wildlife Board unanimously voted to promote Schlüter to the position.

Discovery of the orange sallow moth at Muddy Brook WMA is the most recent example of animals and plants responding favorably to MassWildlife’s habitat restoration work.

Bay State anglers have been reeling in fish and fun in 2023. MassWildlife’s Sportfishing Awards Program has issued over 1,600 pins so far this year.

These new reports make it easy for towns and conservation practitioners to access information that’s relevant to them.