Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game
@massdfg.bsky.social
Working to conserve the Commonwealth’s abundant fish, wildlife, & habitats for the benefit & enjoyment of all people | See @masseea.bsky.social + @massecorestore.bsky.social | Visit mass.gov/dfg
Grant opportunity!💥
The Community Biodiversity Grants program is now accepting proposals for projects that drive on-the-ground progress towards the state's Biodiversity Goals.
Apply today > mass.gov/how-to/massa...
The Community Biodiversity Grants program is now accepting proposals for projects that drive on-the-ground progress towards the state's Biodiversity Goals.
Apply today > mass.gov/how-to/massa...
November 19, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Grant opportunity!💥
The Community Biodiversity Grants program is now accepting proposals for projects that drive on-the-ground progress towards the state's Biodiversity Goals.
Apply today > mass.gov/how-to/massa...
The Community Biodiversity Grants program is now accepting proposals for projects that drive on-the-ground progress towards the state's Biodiversity Goals.
Apply today > mass.gov/how-to/massa...
Growing the restoration workforce! ⚡ 🌱 💪
Last month, we were delighted to join MA AFL-CIO and Mass Rivers Alliance for an inspiring tour of the #PlumbersLocal12 Apprenticeship Center + successful dam removal, stream restoration, and green stormwater infrastructure projects.
Last month, we were delighted to join MA AFL-CIO and Mass Rivers Alliance for an inspiring tour of the #PlumbersLocal12 Apprenticeship Center + successful dam removal, stream restoration, and green stormwater infrastructure projects.
November 17, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Growing the restoration workforce! ⚡ 🌱 💪
Last month, we were delighted to join MA AFL-CIO and Mass Rivers Alliance for an inspiring tour of the #PlumbersLocal12 Apprenticeship Center + successful dam removal, stream restoration, and green stormwater infrastructure projects.
Last month, we were delighted to join MA AFL-CIO and Mass Rivers Alliance for an inspiring tour of the #PlumbersLocal12 Apprenticeship Center + successful dam removal, stream restoration, and green stormwater infrastructure projects.
Looking for a spark of inspiration this weekend? ⚡
Join us at the 2025 TEDxBoston #PlanetAction conference to learn about Massachusetts' nation-leading Biodiversity Conservation Goals and how you can take action.
Register here > luma.com/ideas-in-act...
Join us at the 2025 TEDxBoston #PlanetAction conference to learn about Massachusetts' nation-leading Biodiversity Conservation Goals and how you can take action.
Register here > luma.com/ideas-in-act...
November 12, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Looking for a spark of inspiration this weekend? ⚡
Join us at the 2025 TEDxBoston #PlanetAction conference to learn about Massachusetts' nation-leading Biodiversity Conservation Goals and how you can take action.
Register here > luma.com/ideas-in-act...
Join us at the 2025 TEDxBoston #PlanetAction conference to learn about Massachusetts' nation-leading Biodiversity Conservation Goals and how you can take action.
Register here > luma.com/ideas-in-act...
Reminder! 🌱 Join us at #TEDxBoston's Planet Action Summit 2025 for an inspiring talk by DFG Commissioner Tom O'Shea about how the state is driving local action to protect + restore nature through the Massachusetts Biodiversity Goals!
Register today > tedxboston.com/portfolio/pl...
Register today > tedxboston.com/portfolio/pl...
November 7, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Reminder! 🌱 Join us at #TEDxBoston's Planet Action Summit 2025 for an inspiring talk by DFG Commissioner Tom O'Shea about how the state is driving local action to protect + restore nature through the Massachusetts Biodiversity Goals!
Register today > tedxboston.com/portfolio/pl...
Register today > tedxboston.com/portfolio/pl...
What do grasshopper sparrows, ruffed grouse, bats, and box turtles all have in common?
They all benefit from prescribed fire! 🔥
Learn how prescribed fire benefits common and rare species > mass.gov/news/blazing-a-path-for-wildlife
They all benefit from prescribed fire! 🔥
Learn how prescribed fire benefits common and rare species > mass.gov/news/blazing-a-path-for-wildlife
November 7, 2025 at 1:05 PM
What do grasshopper sparrows, ruffed grouse, bats, and box turtles all have in common?
They all benefit from prescribed fire! 🔥
Learn how prescribed fire benefits common and rare species > mass.gov/news/blazing-a-path-for-wildlife
They all benefit from prescribed fire! 🔥
Learn how prescribed fire benefits common and rare species > mass.gov/news/blazing-a-path-for-wildlife
Terrapin counting, habitat work, herring passage monitoring, oh my! 🐢
#MassWildlife biologists have been busy working on a range of conservation projects in the Buzzards Bay watershed this year.
Read all about it > www.mass.gov/news/busy-bi...
#MassWildlife biologists have been busy working on a range of conservation projects in the Buzzards Bay watershed this year.
Read all about it > www.mass.gov/news/busy-bi...
November 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Terrapin counting, habitat work, herring passage monitoring, oh my! 🐢
#MassWildlife biologists have been busy working on a range of conservation projects in the Buzzards Bay watershed this year.
Read all about it > www.mass.gov/news/busy-bi...
#MassWildlife biologists have been busy working on a range of conservation projects in the Buzzards Bay watershed this year.
Read all about it > www.mass.gov/news/busy-bi...
#Reminder: It's not to late to register for Climate Beacon!⚡
You don't want to miss this deep dive into Massachusetts' Biodiversity Goals + hear from leaders driving innovative, on-the-ground solutions.
Register today > www.climatebeacon.org/2025-confere...
You don't want to miss this deep dive into Massachusetts' Biodiversity Goals + hear from leaders driving innovative, on-the-ground solutions.
Register today > www.climatebeacon.org/2025-confere...
October 20, 2025 at 2:19 PM
#Reminder: It's not to late to register for Climate Beacon!⚡
You don't want to miss this deep dive into Massachusetts' Biodiversity Goals + hear from leaders driving innovative, on-the-ground solutions.
Register today > www.climatebeacon.org/2025-confere...
You don't want to miss this deep dive into Massachusetts' Biodiversity Goals + hear from leaders driving innovative, on-the-ground solutions.
Register today > www.climatebeacon.org/2025-confere...
#BreakingNews Massachusetts is pleased to announce our intention to join the International Union for Conservation of Nature, the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network comprised of 1,400 members committed to global action for biodiversity! 🐟
www.mass.gov/news/massach...
www.mass.gov/news/massach...
October 14, 2025 at 2:27 PM
#BreakingNews Massachusetts is pleased to announce our intention to join the International Union for Conservation of Nature, the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network comprised of 1,400 members committed to global action for biodiversity! 🐟
www.mass.gov/news/massach...
www.mass.gov/news/massach...
Welcome to the new Rockdale Highlands WMA! 🥳
Last week, we gathered with partners to celebrate the conservation of 300+ acres of habitat for wildlife and outdoor recreation in the #Berkshires.
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/over-30...
Last week, we gathered with partners to celebrate the conservation of 300+ acres of habitat for wildlife and outdoor recreation in the #Berkshires.
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/over-30...
October 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Welcome to the new Rockdale Highlands WMA! 🥳
Last week, we gathered with partners to celebrate the conservation of 300+ acres of habitat for wildlife and outdoor recreation in the #Berkshires.
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/over-30...
Last week, we gathered with partners to celebrate the conservation of 300+ acres of habitat for wildlife and outdoor recreation in the #Berkshires.
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/over-30...
Biodiversity isn't just found in wild places—it's all around us—even in our cities! 🦋
That's why we're teaming up with
@inaturalist.bsky.social + TEDxBoston to kick off a month-long effort to appreciate nature right in our neighborhoods.
Will you join us? 💥 inaturalist.org/projects/uma...
That's why we're teaming up with
@inaturalist.bsky.social + TEDxBoston to kick off a month-long effort to appreciate nature right in our neighborhoods.
Will you join us? 💥 inaturalist.org/projects/uma...
September 25, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Biodiversity isn't just found in wild places—it's all around us—even in our cities! 🦋
That's why we're teaming up with
@inaturalist.bsky.social + TEDxBoston to kick off a month-long effort to appreciate nature right in our neighborhoods.
Will you join us? 💥 inaturalist.org/projects/uma...
That's why we're teaming up with
@inaturalist.bsky.social + TEDxBoston to kick off a month-long effort to appreciate nature right in our neighborhoods.
Will you join us? 💥 inaturalist.org/projects/uma...
Curious about the benefits of prescribed fire for wildlife, resilience, and public safety? 🔥
Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 23rd at 12 PM for a lunch-and-learn with #MassWildlife's Prescribed Fire Manager Caren Caljow + Burn Boss Ben Mazzei!
Register here > us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 23rd at 12 PM for a lunch-and-learn with #MassWildlife's Prescribed Fire Manager Caren Caljow + Burn Boss Ben Mazzei!
Register here > us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
September 19, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Curious about the benefits of prescribed fire for wildlife, resilience, and public safety? 🔥
Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 23rd at 12 PM for a lunch-and-learn with #MassWildlife's Prescribed Fire Manager Caren Caljow + Burn Boss Ben Mazzei!
Register here > us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Join us on Tuesday, Sept. 23rd at 12 PM for a lunch-and-learn with #MassWildlife's Prescribed Fire Manager Caren Caljow + Burn Boss Ben Mazzei!
Register here > us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Last month, our team was honored to attend the 2025 30x30 California Partnership Summit in #SanDiego! ✨🦉
We had the opportunity to learn from + share expertise with leaders working to drive progress towards 30x30.
Watch the keynote ft. @massdfg.bsky.social Commissioner O'Shea > lnkd.in/eVWPRtVM
We had the opportunity to learn from + share expertise with leaders working to drive progress towards 30x30.
Watch the keynote ft. @massdfg.bsky.social Commissioner O'Shea > lnkd.in/eVWPRtVM
September 11, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Last month, our team was honored to attend the 2025 30x30 California Partnership Summit in #SanDiego! ✨🦉
We had the opportunity to learn from + share expertise with leaders working to drive progress towards 30x30.
Watch the keynote ft. @massdfg.bsky.social Commissioner O'Shea > lnkd.in/eVWPRtVM
We had the opportunity to learn from + share expertise with leaders working to drive progress towards 30x30.
Watch the keynote ft. @massdfg.bsky.social Commissioner O'Shea > lnkd.in/eVWPRtVM
Last week, Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game was pleased to join community partners to unveil the new canoe and kayak launch on the Millers River in #Athol! 🎣 ✨
Learn more > mass.gov/news/healey-...
Learn more > mass.gov/news/healey-...
September 3, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Last week, Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game was pleased to join community partners to unveil the new canoe and kayak launch on the Millers River in #Athol! 🎣 ✨
Learn more > mass.gov/news/healey-...
Learn more > mass.gov/news/healey-...
Last week, @massdfg.bsky.social was thrilled to join @massgovernor.bsky.social Maura Healey, @masseea.bsky.social Secretary Tepper, @massaudubon.org, and 250+ key partners to announce nation-leading Biodiversity Conservation Goals for Massachusetts! 🦎 🦉⚡
Explore the goals > mass.gov/news/healey-...
Explore the goals > mass.gov/news/healey-...
August 25, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Last week, @massdfg.bsky.social was thrilled to join @massgovernor.bsky.social Maura Healey, @masseea.bsky.social Secretary Tepper, @massaudubon.org, and 250+ key partners to announce nation-leading Biodiversity Conservation Goals for Massachusetts! 🦎 🦉⚡
Explore the goals > mass.gov/news/healey-...
Explore the goals > mass.gov/news/healey-...
It's not too late to submit public comments for the 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan for Massachusetts!
Make a difference for wildlife—share your thoughts today!
Learn more > mass.gov/news/2025-st...
Make a difference for wildlife—share your thoughts today!
Learn more > mass.gov/news/2025-st...
August 11, 2025 at 8:53 PM
It's not too late to submit public comments for the 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan for Massachusetts!
Make a difference for wildlife—share your thoughts today!
Learn more > mass.gov/news/2025-st...
Make a difference for wildlife—share your thoughts today!
Learn more > mass.gov/news/2025-st...
Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game is heading to San Diego! ⚡
We are delighted to attend the 2025 30x30 Partnership Summit and showcase our commitment to advancing 30x30 through Biodiversity Conservation Goals for the Commonwealth.
Register today > www.californianature.ca.gov/pages/2025-p...
We are delighted to attend the 2025 30x30 Partnership Summit and showcase our commitment to advancing 30x30 through Biodiversity Conservation Goals for the Commonwealth.
Register today > www.californianature.ca.gov/pages/2025-p...
August 7, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game is heading to San Diego! ⚡
We are delighted to attend the 2025 30x30 Partnership Summit and showcase our commitment to advancing 30x30 through Biodiversity Conservation Goals for the Commonwealth.
Register today > www.californianature.ca.gov/pages/2025-p...
We are delighted to attend the 2025 30x30 Partnership Summit and showcase our commitment to advancing 30x30 through Biodiversity Conservation Goals for the Commonwealth.
Register today > www.californianature.ca.gov/pages/2025-p...
Last week, we were pleased to attend the National Caucus of Environmental Legislators 2025 National Forum to highlight Massachusetts' leadership in developing Biodiversity Conservation Goals for 2030, 2040, and 2050!🌱(1/4)
August 5, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Last week, we were pleased to attend the National Caucus of Environmental Legislators 2025 National Forum to highlight Massachusetts' leadership in developing Biodiversity Conservation Goals for 2030, 2040, and 2050!🌱(1/4)
#PrescribedFire improves climate resilience, wildlife habitat, and public safety! 🔥
Earlier this month, #MassWildlife teamed up with @MassDCR to lead a tour of efforts to restore pine barrens at Myles Standish Complex in #Plymouth!
Learn more > www.mass.gov/info-details...
Earlier this month, #MassWildlife teamed up with @MassDCR to lead a tour of efforts to restore pine barrens at Myles Standish Complex in #Plymouth!
Learn more > www.mass.gov/info-details...
August 1, 2025 at 2:25 PM
#PrescribedFire improves climate resilience, wildlife habitat, and public safety! 🔥
Earlier this month, #MassWildlife teamed up with @MassDCR to lead a tour of efforts to restore pine barrens at Myles Standish Complex in #Plymouth!
Learn more > www.mass.gov/info-details...
Earlier this month, #MassWildlife teamed up with @MassDCR to lead a tour of efforts to restore pine barrens at Myles Standish Complex in #Plymouth!
Learn more > www.mass.gov/info-details...
Rare plant alert! Over 40 green adder's-mouth orchids were found in Franklin County —an exciting find, since this threatened species hasn't been recorded there since 1961! 🌱
Learn more about these rare orchids at lnkd.in/emVNZPSz
📸 : Robert Wernerehl
Learn more about these rare orchids at lnkd.in/emVNZPSz
📸 : Robert Wernerehl
August 1, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Rare plant alert! Over 40 green adder's-mouth orchids were found in Franklin County —an exciting find, since this threatened species hasn't been recorded there since 1961! 🌱
Learn more about these rare orchids at lnkd.in/emVNZPSz
📸 : Robert Wernerehl
Learn more about these rare orchids at lnkd.in/emVNZPSz
📸 : Robert Wernerehl
Interested in learning how to saltwater fish, but not sure how to get started? 🎣
Join us for a FREE saltwater fishing clinic at the Fort Taber Pier in New Bedford on August 5!
Register today! www.mass.gov/event/evenin...
Join us for a FREE saltwater fishing clinic at the Fort Taber Pier in New Bedford on August 5!
Register today! www.mass.gov/event/evenin...
July 24, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Interested in learning how to saltwater fish, but not sure how to get started? 🎣
Join us for a FREE saltwater fishing clinic at the Fort Taber Pier in New Bedford on August 5!
Register today! www.mass.gov/event/evenin...
Join us for a FREE saltwater fishing clinic at the Fort Taber Pier in New Bedford on August 5!
Register today! www.mass.gov/event/evenin...
Did you know that over half of the North Atlantic right whale population visits Massachusetts each year? 🐋
This year, 178 right whales and 8/11 known mother-calf pairs were spotted in Cape Cod Bay!
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/massach...
This year, 178 right whales and 8/11 known mother-calf pairs were spotted in Cape Cod Bay!
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/massach...
July 24, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Did you know that over half of the North Atlantic right whale population visits Massachusetts each year? 🐋
This year, 178 right whales and 8/11 known mother-calf pairs were spotted in Cape Cod Bay!
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/massach...
This year, 178 right whales and 8/11 known mother-calf pairs were spotted in Cape Cod Bay!
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/massach...
#BreakingNews The 2024 horseshoe crab monitoring data are in—and we’re seeing promising signs: over 90% of Massachusetts spawning beach surveys show an increasing trend over the last decade! 🥳
Learn more > mass.gov/news/promisi... (1/3)
Learn more > mass.gov/news/promisi... (1/3)
July 24, 2025 at 1:48 PM
#BreakingNews The 2024 horseshoe crab monitoring data are in—and we’re seeing promising signs: over 90% of Massachusetts spawning beach surveys show an increasing trend over the last decade! 🥳
Learn more > mass.gov/news/promisi... (1/3)
Learn more > mass.gov/news/promisi... (1/3)
Mark your calendars! #MassWildlife is partnering with
Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust for Run for Nature on September 28, 2025 at Shedd Park in #Lowell!
Sign up for a 5K, 10K, or kids fun run today! All proceeds support access to nature for all > lowelllandtrust.org/what-we-do/r...
Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust for Run for Nature on September 28, 2025 at Shedd Park in #Lowell!
Sign up for a 5K, 10K, or kids fun run today! All proceeds support access to nature for all > lowelllandtrust.org/what-we-do/r...
July 21, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Mark your calendars! #MassWildlife is partnering with
Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust for Run for Nature on September 28, 2025 at Shedd Park in #Lowell!
Sign up for a 5K, 10K, or kids fun run today! All proceeds support access to nature for all > lowelllandtrust.org/what-we-do/r...
Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust for Run for Nature on September 28, 2025 at Shedd Park in #Lowell!
Sign up for a 5K, 10K, or kids fun run today! All proceeds support access to nature for all > lowelllandtrust.org/what-we-do/r...
DFG Deputy Commish Sefatia Romeo Theken + Division of Marine Fisheries staff were thrilled to attend the annual Bluefin Blowout Tournament in #Gloucester! 🎣 🏆🐟 Congratulations to all the competitors for reeling in such impressive catches!
July 18, 2025 at 2:54 PM
DFG Deputy Commish Sefatia Romeo Theken + Division of Marine Fisheries staff were thrilled to attend the annual Bluefin Blowout Tournament in #Gloucester! 🎣 🏆🐟 Congratulations to all the competitors for reeling in such impressive catches!
#HabitatSpotlight ✨: Restoring Grasslands for Wildlife! 🪶 🌾 🪲
Here at #MassWildlife, we work to restore abandoned pastures, hayfields, and cornfields into healthy, native grasslands.
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/native-...
Here at #MassWildlife, we work to restore abandoned pastures, hayfields, and cornfields into healthy, native grasslands.
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/native-...
July 17, 2025 at 2:14 PM
#HabitatSpotlight ✨: Restoring Grasslands for Wildlife! 🪶 🌾 🪲
Here at #MassWildlife, we work to restore abandoned pastures, hayfields, and cornfields into healthy, native grasslands.
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/native-...
Here at #MassWildlife, we work to restore abandoned pastures, hayfields, and cornfields into healthy, native grasslands.
Learn more > www.mass.gov/news/native-...