Wildlife Viewing
Foraging New Ground: A Pair of Endangered Woodpeckers Has Found a New Home in Big Woods Wildlife Management Area
DWR is thrilled to share big news for a federally endangered species in Virginia: a pair of red-cockaded woodpeckers has moved in to Big Woods WMA! Read more…
Hog Island WMA: Eagles and More
Hog Island WMA offers some of the best wildlife watching in the Old Dominion because is an excellent place to observe bald eagles and other birds. Read more…
Birding Basics
Whether you are new to birding or just looking for additional tips (are you tracking and sharing your observations on eBird?), our Birding Basics page is the place for you! Ready to get started? Read more…
Winter Birding in Virginia
Winter is an outstanding time to birdwatch as typically most all of the migratory bird winter residents have arrived by late fall and unique species abound. Read more…
How to Help Birds in 2019 and Beyond
2018’s Year of the Bird, a celebration of birds that marked the centennial of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act—one of the first laws passed to protect wildlife. Read more…
Get Started Photographing Birds!
Birds are delightful subjects, offering many creative challenges to the photographer. By starting in your own backyard, you too can enjoy photographing them! Read more…
VABBA2 Season Three Summary: Halfway Home
In 2018, we waved hello and goodbye to the halfway point for this project and are now blazing ahead toward the finish line in 2020. Read more…
Less Is More! Easy Ways to Improve Habitat for Birds This Fall
Simplifying your yard routines and land maintenance practices really can make a difference for birds; follow these tips from DWR’s experts on attracting birds Read more…
Elk & Other Wildlife Adventures Await in Southwest Virginia
Additional outdoor adventure opportunities that will facilitate the Virginia Elk and wildlife experience in the Appalachia Valley are now open to the public! Read more…