Recreation
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is reminding visitors to take extra precautions in bear country following recent bear incidents in several national parks.
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...
Endangered Species Act
The Gila and Apache trout success stories are some of the best examples of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s collective conservation mission. Working together through challenges and rewards, a determined group of partners (along with pack mules, horses and helicopters) have made sure that the...
Wildlife Wonders
To celebrate America's 250th birthday, we're highlighting the incredible wildlife that calls this beautiful country home. This week, learn about the white-lined sphinx moth, Canada goose, window skimmer, corn snake, chestnut-sided warbler, eastern pondhawk and pileated woodpecker.
Recreation
Nature is for everyone. At the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, we’re committed to ensuring that people of all abilities can experience the beauty of Oregon’s outdoors. From improving trails to hosting inclusive, adaptive events, we’re working to remove barriers and create opportunities for the...
Wildlife Crime
Thanks to an investigation by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and partners, a wildlife trafficker has been sentenced to federal prison, fined and banned from wildlife-related activity. He offered an agent multiple exotic species, including macaques, red-handed tamarins, spider monkeys, capuchins...
Our Partners
Military Appreciation Month is about recognizing service. It also gives us a chance to highlight something many people do not realize. Conservation and national defense are deeply connected.
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.
