Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MASSWILDLIFE)

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• Fishing Information
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Massachusetts Wildlife

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• Learn about Wildlife
• Wildlife Rehabilitation
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Natural Heritage & Endangered Species

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• MESA Regulatory Review
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Hunting

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• Hunting Regulations
• Where to Hunt
• Hunter Education
• Deer Hunting
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• Bear Hunting
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• Coyote Hunting
• Accessible hunting
• Squirrel Hunting
• Bobcat Hunting
• Fox Hunting
• Rabbit & Hare Hunting
• Grouse Hunting

Conservation & Land Protection

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• Land Protection
• Habitat Management
• Conservation Resources for Private Landowners
• Conservation Tools for Towns and Land Trusts
• Get Involved in Conservation

News

Take precautions: Black bears are active and searching for food

3/26/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

If you have bird feeders or if you keep chickens, bee hives, or livestock, act now to keep bears wild and out of neighborhoods.

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  Traveling wildlife need bed and breakfasts too

  5/06/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  Just like humans, wildlife relies on places to stay and things to eat while traveling. Discover how our native wildlife benefits from strategic land conservation.

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  Why did the turtle cross the road?

  5/05/2026 MassWildlife's Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program

  There are many reasons for turtles to roam in the spring! Watch for them crossing roadways starting in mid-May.

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  What to do when you find young wildlife

  5/05/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  In most cases, the best thing to do if you find a young wild animal is leave it alone.

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  Discover birds, pollinators, and habitats on a guided walk this spring

  5/05/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  MassWildlife is hosting a series of spring walks at locations across the Commonwealth. From whip-poor-will calls to bumbling bees, come learn about wildlife and the natural communities that support them.

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  Youth Artist from Hopkinton Wins Junior Duck Stamp Contest

  5/01/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  Clifford Kazanjian’s painting of a red-breasted merganser was named Best of Show in the 2026 art competition. Learn more about JDS winners and the judging process.

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  Take mom fishing

  5/01/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

  Get outside for Mother's Day! Plan ahead with these tips and treat mom to a great experience on the water.

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