Wildlife
Motorists, Give Turtles a Brake
Why did the turtle cross the road? Most likely to find a place to lay its eggs. May and June are peak months to see turtles crossing Virginia’s roads. Read more…
Sea Turtles in Virginia
All five species of sea turtles that can be found in Virginia are afforded protection under state and federal Endangered Species acts. Read more…
Virginia’s Wildlife Action Plan
For over 40 years, Virginians have worked to keep species from becoming extinct. We can be proud of some amazing achievements. Read more…
Tracking the Golden-winged Warbler
A gorgeous splash of lemon yellow graces the cap and wings of the male Golden-winged Warbler, this birds has to be seen in the field to feel its full beauty Read more…
Start of Red Knot Migration in Virginia
The Red Knot is one of the largest and most colorful sandpipers in North America and their migration is one of the longest of any bird. Read more…
Holly Flowers Attract Bees and Butterflies
Thousands of sweet-smelling, miniature white flowers on a holly tree in my yard have become a temporary magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Read more…
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…