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Great Marsh project wins leadership award

7/01/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

An ambitious marsh restoration project supported by MassWildlife and a group of conservation partners was honored by the Environmental Business Council of New England.

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Game of Fire

7/01/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Prescribed fire improves habitat for game species, like white-tailed deer and wild turkey, so they can thrive in all stages of their lives. Learn about the incredible benefits of fire to game species and the hunters that pursue them.

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Learning to love lampreys

6/04/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

At first glance, sea lampreys may not inspire affection. A closer look reveals that their migratory and spawning activities provide many benefits to Massachusetts’ river ecosystems. Read more and find out how you can help.

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5,000th Headstarted turtle released into the wild

6/04/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Masswildlife’s turtle headstart efforts have been boosting endangered northern red-bellied cooter populations for the last 40 years.

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Summer school is in session for young wildlife

6/03/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

While school will soon be out for summer, June is when young wildlife start their crash course on how to be a successful wild animal.

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Landmark Turtle Conservation Program Celebrated for Endangered Species Day

5/16/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

With support from partners, MassWildlife's northern red-bellied cooter headstart program has boosted endangered turtle populations over the past 40 years.

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MassWildlife staff honored

5/03/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Current and former MassWildlife staff were recognized for their contributions to fisheries and wildlife conservation.

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Winged wanderers: migratory birds and the challenges they face

5/03/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Spring is the perfect time to learn more about migratory birds and the challenges they are facing—it’s also a great time to explore bird hotspots near you.

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Look for blooming spring ephemerals with our field guide

5/01/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Fishers: fact vs. fiction

4/01/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Fishers, sometimes called "fisher cats," are one of Massachusetts' most misunderstood creatures. Learn more about these shy predators to distinguish fact from fiction.

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Researching black bears in a mild winter

4/01/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Every winter, MassWildlife biologists visit bear dens to collect valuable data. This winter’s limited snowfall and higher temperatures presented a new challenge for this decades-long research project.

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Subterranean science: Tracking bats in Massachusetts

3/05/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

As part of an ongoing study, MassWildlife biologists surveyed locations used by hibernating bats this winter and brought back data and photos from their subterranean visit.

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Former MassWildlife Director receives top honors

2/06/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Wayne MacCallum was inducted into the New England Turkey Hunting Hall of Fame for his leadership in wild turkey conservation and his long career preserving hunting heritage.

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Five animals who may have a worse Valentine’s Day than you

2/06/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

February is the month of love, but finding a mate isn’t all candy and flowers for our local wildlife. Here’s a list of 5 animals with curious courtship behaviors that may leave you feeling better about your own Valentine’s Day plans.

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Hunters donated 17,800 meals in 2023

2/02/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

MassWildlife’s Hunters Share the Harvest Program provides an outlet for hunters to donate venison to Massachusetts families facing food insecurity.