Wildlife
If You Find a Fawn, Leave it Alone
If a wild animal has been injured or truly orphaned, do not take matters into your own hands. Help us protect Virginia's wildlife! Read more…
Good Fire on the Mountain
A wall of smoke and fire rolling across a Virginia mountaintop is normally a sight to stoke fear in nearby locals but planned fires are good fires. Read more…
Growing Eastern Tiger Swallowtails and Other Wildlife
Think beyond flowers when planting for Virginia's pollinators; native plants for caterpillars to consume are just as important for butterflies. Read more…
Bears, Otters, and More! Exploring the Wild in the Great Dismal Swamp
VBWT blogger Wade Monroe explores the Great Dismal Swamp Wildlife Refuge and other sites on VBWT's Suffolk Loop. Read more…
Plant Native Flowers for Hummingbirds and Other Pollinators and Birds
Many beautiful native flowers will attract hummingbirds providing nectar and creating great habitat for other pollinators and birds. Read more…
Vernal Pools: Spring’s Night Life
In the spring, small vernal pools are a vibrant environment full of fascinating creatures. Among them are often numerous salamanders. Read more…
Tiny Bodies and Big Voices on the Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail
The Monticello & Rivanna Loop of the VBWT makes it a perfect day trip for anyone looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Read more…
2022 Restore the Wild Artwork Competition Winners Chosen
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is pleased to announce the winners of its annual 2022 Restore the Wild Artwork Competition. Read more…
Exploring the Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail is a Great Way to Spend Quality Time in Nature
VBWT blogger Wade Monroe describes what he loves about the Mason Neck loop of the Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail. Read more…