Habitat
Tear Down That Dam: Reconnecting a Piedmont Stream
A unique public/private partnership to remove a dam will restore aquatic habitats and have significant impacts on aquatic wildlife in Rock Island Creek. Read more…
Virginia Master Naturalists Make a Difference for Wildlife
The Virginia Master Naturalists volunteer organization works with DWR and others to benefit Virginia's wildlife and their habitats. Read more…
Atlantic Sturgeon Are The Focus Of The Fifth Annual Restore the Wild Artwork Competition and Exhibition
The Atlantic sturgeon is the species of focus for the fifth annual Restore the Wild Artwork Competition! Read more…
What is Habitat? Everything Needs to Eat!
Every animal needs to eat, and your yard can provide a veritable buffet of native options for an entire food chain! Read more…
The Copper Creek Conservation Initiative Marks a Big Win for Wildlife
DWR’s purchase of a remarkable piece of land on the banks of the Clinch River will help conserve valuable wildlife habitat and provide wildlife enthusiasts with a myriad of opportunities. Read more…
What is Habitat? Space is Relative for Wildlife
Considering how much space a species needs for its habitat is an important consideration when planning habitat projects. Read more…
Virginia Gray Fox Project Needs Landowner Participation
Researchers on the Virginia Gray Fox Project are putting the call out for landowners willing to help capture images of gray foxes in Virginia. Read more…
What is Habitat? Shelter Can Protect Wildlife
The term habitat means a lot of different things, and one of them is shelter; the kinds of shelter needed varies by species and are easy for people to provide Read more…
Sustaining Butterflies with Habitats at Home
There's more to butterfly habitats than just flowers, and you can create, maintain, or improve butterfly habitats at home. Read more…