The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) recently announced more than $2 million for partnerships to engage local communities, advance wildlife conservation, and reach the next generation of conservation leaders. The partnerships are collaborative efforts to provide residents of demographically … Continued
New wildlife license plates featuring a native brook trout and an Eastern bluebird are now available to West Virginia motorists. The plates are a joint offering by the Division of Natural Resources (DNR) and Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Previous … Continued
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) recently announced the establishment of five Important Bird Areas (IBAs) in the state. The project, in partnership with Audubon Connecticut and others, will boost efforts to protect Connecticut’s bird species. DEEP … Continued
The Great Texas Birding Classic celebrated its 20th anniversary this year with a record 750 participants. The 2016 Classic awarded $36,000 in conservation grants: The $10,000 Weeklong Conservation Grant, selected by the NRG Eco-Eagles/NRG Energy team, will be awarded to … Continued
Population counts are up for several species of ducks that breed in Minnesota, according to the results of the annual Minnesota Department of Natural Resources spring waterfowl surveys. This year’s mallard breeding population was estimated at 243,000, which is 18 … Continued