Wildlife
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…
Spring Migration Begins in Virginia
As the Blue-headed Vireos and Yellow-throated Warblers have already begun to arrive in Virginia we look toward the beginnings of Virginia’s Spring migration. Read more…
The River Otter: One of Virginia’s Great Conservation Success Stories
Although they can occupy virtually every waterbody in Virginia, their secretive and mostly-nocturnal nature makes otters elusive and difficult to observe. Read more…
The Comeback of the Peregrine Falcon in Virginia
For many people, the mention of a peregrine falcon immediately conjures up images of a raptor diving through the air at breathtaking speeds to catch their prey Read more…
Salamanders—a Sure Sign That Spring Is Coming!
One of the species to be on the lookout for is the spotted salamander (Ambystoma maculatum), which can be found throughout most of Virginia. Read more…
First Signs of Spring
The first signs that spring is just around the corner are here! Robins have been spotted in large flocks foraging for insects in fields and back yards. Read more…
Spotted Skunk Study Underway
DWR and Virginia Tech are working on a study to determine the population status of spotted skunks in Virginia and factors that influence their distribution Read more…
Why Is the Loggerhead Shrike Disappearing?
The loggerhead shrike is nicknamed the “butcher bird” for its habit of impaling prey on thorny shrubs and barbed wire. Read more…
Happy Groundhog Day!
Happy Groundhog Day! Now that we know Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction, here are a few facts about groundhogs that you may not know. Read more…