Wildlife
Nevertheless, The North Fork Holston River Has Persisted
Despite a history of pollution and catastrophe, the North Fork Holston River in Southwest Virginia is an often-overlooked gem that’s home to a wide array of aquatic life. Read more…
Lights Out for the Birds!
The simple act of flipping a light switch can help migratory birds. Read more…
2025 Wildlife, Hunting, and Boating Proposed Regulation Amendments
A public comment period on proposed regulation amendments is open through May 9, 2025. Read more…
Make a Plan for the Virginia Birding Classic!
What's the Virginia Birding Classic all about? Hear how things went for a team of DWR employees at least year's Birding Classic and get a few tips for this year's event! Read more…
2025 Restore the Wild Artwork Competition’s Atlantic Sturgeon Winners Chosen
“We were thrilled to see how creative artists got in their depictions of the Atlantic sturgeon and their aquatic habitat,” said DWR's Stephen Living of the Restore the Wild Artwork Competition. Read more…
Watch the Shad Cam!
Shad Cam provides viewers with a glimpse under the surface of the James River as fish swim upstream through the fishway. Read more…
The Richmond Falcon Cam
Welcome to a new season of the Richmond Falcon Cam! Read more…
Public Invited to Comment on the Draft Virginia Wild Turkey Management Plan
DWR is seeking public review & comment on the draft 2025–2034 Virginia Wild Turkey Management Plan through April 4, 2025. Read more…
Listen for the “Peent” to View Timberdoodles in Flight
A male timberdoodle's distinctive call and aerial displays are a welcome harbinger of spring approaching. Read more…