News and Announcements

As bats across Massachusetts settle into their winter hibernation sites, we’re taking a moment to look back at the summer roosts that support them—and the volunteers who monitor these vital habitats.

Don't deck the halls with invasive species! Some invasive plants can spread quickly and completely crowd out native plants.

Bat week starts October 24. Learn more about Massachusetts’ spooky fliers and why they are instrumental to maintaining healthy habitats.

Buzzard's Bay watershed is bustling with management, research, and surveying efforts. Learn about what our biologists are working on this year!

Despite their chilly-sounding name, frost bottom habitats are bustling with activity during the warmer months. Learn why MassWildlife thinks they are so special.

During the late spring and early summer, dragonflies and damselflies transform from water-dwelling larvae to impressive aerial hunters.

Learn about endangered species of Massachusetts, what MassWildlife does to protect them, and how you can help them too.

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

This spring, be mindful of amphibians as they emerge from their winter retreats and travel to breeding sites. Use caution while driving on rainy spring nights.

By adding a donation to line 33A on your State taxes, you can help Massachusetts endangered animals and plants thrive.

Recent updates added 22 new plants and animals to the list, delisted 1 plant, and changed the status for 2 plants following a review and public comment on the list change proposals.

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.

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

In recognition of his 35 years of dedicated and effective conservation work, an asteroid was named after Dr. Tom French.

MassWildlife will use federal grant funds to study and safeguard four types of turtles.