Working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.

What's going on at FWS

With more than 560 National Wildlife Refuges, 70 national fish hatcheries, numerous regional and field offices across the country and thousands of active conservation projects, the nearly 8,000 employees of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service have a lot going on. Here are a few of the latest news stories from across the Service...

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Our Partners
Partnering with the Military to Find Lizards
It’s summer, when the ground shimmers with heat, the sun blazes overhead, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife biologists are systematically surveying for the Plateau spot-tailed earless lizard on the Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, Texas. Because these cold-blooded lizards live for the heat in the...
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Wood Stork Delisted
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Delists Wood Stork Due to Recovery.
History and Culture
From Signatures to Sanctuaries: A Presidential Conservation Legacy
America’s public lands are built over generations through laws, executive actions, and legislative commitments to conservation. While the landscapes themselves may feel timeless, their protection reflects decisive leadership across centuries and administrations.
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History and Culture
Co-stewardship: Southeastern Massachusetts Fish Hatchery Works With Tribes
Early last year, hatchery biologist Katie Marony planned a tribal outreach initiative in collaboration with Tim Binzen, regional tribal liaison, to promote the values of co-stewardship by inviting citizens of tribes in the area to visit the North Attleboro National Fish Hatchery to participate in a...
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History and Culture
Flags Highlight Marquette Biological Station's Role in Restoring the Great Lakes Fishery
As part of the Flags Across America initiative for America’s 250th anniversary, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is sharing stories from the places where our commemorative flags have traveled. From historic hatcheries to vibrant refuges, each stop celebrates conservation as an enduring American...
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Wildlife Wonders
Our nation's nature
To celebrate America's 250th birthday, we're highlighting the incredible wildlife that calls this beautiful country home. This week, learn about the little brown bat, wood duck, muskellunge, coyote, turkey vulture striped skunk and Ozark cavefish.

Our Focus

The history of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service can be traced back to 1871. We are the only federal government agency whose primary responsibility is to manage fish and wildlife resources in the public trust for people today and future generations. Here are just a few of our focus areas...

What We Do For You

If you’re looking for places to experience nature; interested in partnering with us; seeking technical advice, permits, grants, data or scientific research; want to know more about today’s conservation challenges; looking for ways on how you can get involved and make a difference -- the Service has a lot to offer and more…

Visit Us - Our Locations

With more than 560 national wildlife refuges, dozens of national fish hatcheries and more than 100 field offices, there are numerous great U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service locations to visit.