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Watch for amphibians on the road

3/05/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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.

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Support endangered species at tax time

2/05/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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A milestone for Massachusetts’ roseate terns

1/06/2026 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Over half of North America’s endangered roseate terns nest in the Bay State. Decades of focused conservation work by MassWildlife and partners has paid off and offers new hope for the species’ survival.

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Volunteer spotlight: 5 years of bat house monitoring

12/02/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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.

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Avoid decorating with invasive plants

12/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Celebrate Bat Week

10/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Busy Biologists in Buzzard's Bay

9/04/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Frost bottoms in the summer?

8/05/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Born for summer: Dragonflies are emerging

6/03/2025 MassWildlife's Natural Heritage & Endangered Species Program

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

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Celebrate Endangered Species Day on May 16

5/01/2025 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Why did the turtle cross the road?

4/30/2025 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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Updates to the Massachusetts Endangered Species List

12/02/2024 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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.

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Rare but resilient: Listed moth found in Hardwick

9/05/2023 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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.

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BioMap Town Reports now available

8/28/2023 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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

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Asteroid named for retired MassWildlife leader

8/03/2023 Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

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