Wildlife
Banding Red-Cockaded Woodpeckers at Big Woods WMA
Two chicks of the federally endangered red-cockaded woodpecker were banded at Big Woods Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Read more…
How Virginia’s Wildlife Rehabilitators Are Navigating the Pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic and shelter-in-place restrictions continue, wildlife rehabilitation facilities have had to make do with severely limited resources. Read more…
Photo Tips: Photographing the Night Sky
DWR’s Digital Outreach Coordinator shares his passion for night sky photography and tips on nighttime photography. Read more…
A New Red-Cockaded Woodpecker Nest at Big Woods!
On Thursday April 23, DWR biologists confirmed that the WMA once again harbors an active red-cockaded woodpecker nest—this year with four eggs! Read more…
Backyard Bingo
Looking for a fun outdoor activity? Print out these Backyard Bingo sheets and head outside to see what you can identify and find! Read more…
Earth Day Starts at Home: Plant Layers for Habitat Structure
What we do in our landscapes truly matters, and each of us can be a good steward. Read more…
Seen a Salamander? Vernal Pools are Unique Habitats
Spring is the time of year when vernal pools are full of salamanders and frogs looking for a place to reproduce. Read more…
Seabird Conservation in Hampton Roads
The South Island of the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel (HRBT) complex in the City of Hampton and at the mouth of the James River supports the single largest seabird colony in all of Virginia. Read more…
Habitat at Home: A New Awakening
Taking notice of the small things in your home outside environment can help alleviate stress. Read more…