General News & Information
Hunters: Be on the Lookout for DWR’s Research Bears
For the first time in over a decade, Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) biologists are radio-collaring adult female bears in Virginia. Read more…
A Growing Elk Herd in Virginia
Since restoration efforts to restore this once-native species began a few years ago, Virginia’s Elk have been thriving! Read more…
Coyote Research Study Update
Coyotes arrived in the western mountains of Virginia during the late 1970’s following a well-documented eastward expansion. Read more…
Sea Turtles in Virginia
All five species of sea turtles that can be found in Virginia are afforded protection under state and federal Endangered Species acts. Read more…
Virginia’s Wildlife Action Plan
For over 40 years, Virginians have worked to keep species from becoming extinct. We can be proud of some amazing achievements. Read more…
Second Virginia Breeding Bird Atlas Launches This Spring!
Season one of the Second VABBA2 launches this spring as part of a 5-year study to document the breeding status and distribution of native birds. Read more…