Wildlife
Understanding the Eastern Spotted Skunk is a Step Toward Conserving It
A recent study has shed light on some surprising facts about the elusive spotted skunk that will aid in conservation endeavors. Read more…
Is Recovery on the Horizon for the Candy Darter?
This brightly colored endangered fish species exists only in 17 populations in Virginia and West Virginia and is a species of great conservation need. Read more…
Long Live the Loggerhead: How the ESA has Helped this Marine Turtle
There are a number of protections that have been put in place for loggerhead turtles thanks to the Endangered Species Act. Read more…
Writing, Proofreading, Catching Black Bears, and Photographing Fish: A DWR Internship!
A summer internship with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources' Outreach division took me far beyond a desk! Read more…
Grow Fall Fruits to Fuel Migrating Birds
For many songbirds, one of the most important food sources during their annual fall migrations are native fruits. Read more…
The Snapper Survived: The Story Behind the 2023 Virginia Wildlife Photography Showcase Cover Image
The photographer shares the story behind the image on the cover of the 2023 Virginia Wildlife Photography Showcase Issue! Read more…
No Longer Endangered: The Bald Eagle is an Icon of the ESA
The bald eagle, an icon of national pride, is a success story of the Endangered Species Act and of wildlife conservation. Read more…
Saving the Birdwing Pearlymussel to Keep Virginia’s Waters Clean
The team at DWR’s Aquatic Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) is working to restore the endangered birdwing pearlymussel in Virginia's rivers. Read more…
Bring Me a Shrubbery!
No matter the size of your back yard, you can use shrubs and native plants to create nesting habitat for birds. Read more…