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Virginia Wildlife Magazine

Virginia Wildlife is your ticket to learning more about Virginia’s spectacular wildlife, fisheries, and breathtaking habitats. Whether you hunt, fish, boat, camp, or take in the wildlife from your easy chair, Virginia Wildlife offers you stories and insight on the natural world, supplied by the state’s leading wildlife and outdoor experts.

September – October 2024 Issue

Cover: “This fall image was taken at 7:25 a.m. on November 4, 2023, as the morning sun was just rising above the tree line. I noticed the great blue heron was ideally posed against the stump and that the beautiful autumnal reflections from the background trees were striking the nearly still water surrounding the heron. I took many shots of the scene because I knew I had a few chances to capture the heron’s reflection against the near stillness of the water.” © Mar Acevedo

Huntley Meadows Park: A Jewel of Biodiversity Set in the City

Small, urban ecosystems like this one can make a big impact not only for local wildlife and plants, but also for the communities around them.

Michael Minnick Finally Gets the One That Got Away for Master Angler V

A lifetime of fishing experience pays off for this Virginia angler in his quest for the top title.

A Big Buck in the Burbs

Adapting his hunting from the wide-open territory out west to the suburbs of Northern Virginia helped this hunter develop unexpected new skills.

Small But Mighty: Virginia’s Globally Rare Magnolia Bogs

These unique, rare ecosystems dot the landscape in the Washington, D.C., area and are a window into the past.

Clinton Mooney Captures a Calendar-Worthy Moment

For the first time, a photographer from the Photography Showcase Issue will have their work showcased on the Virginia Wildlife calendar

The Copper Creek Conservation Initiative Marks a Big Win for Wildlife

DWR’s purchase of a remarkable piece of land will help conserve valuable wildlife habitat and provide wildlife enthusiasts with a myriad of opportunities.