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Archived Press Releases
With sea turtle and manatee sightings on the rise on Georgia’s coast, boaters should be on the lookout for these big and rare animals.
The 2021–2022 migratory bird season hunting dates and regulations were recently approved by the Board of Natural Resources, allowing hunters to begin making their plans for duck, dove and goose hun
Nesting season for loggerhead sea turtles has started on schedule.
The Canada goose is an adaptable bird that can thrive everywhere from open farmland and rural reservoirs to suburban neighborhood ponds, office complexes, parks and other developed areas.
With zebra mussels found on a boat in the Lake Lanier area, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is urging boat owners to CLEAN, DRAIN and DRY their boats, and be aware of the potential for
Spring is here and this means people may begin seeing all types of wildlife that have not been as visible throughout the winter months, and that includes possible sightings of black bears.
State and federal agencies are planning a controlled burn at Tallulah Gorge State Park to benefit unique wildlife at one of Georgia’s most unique places.
In the spring, it is not unusual to see young wildlife that appear to be alone.
A Banks County teacher’s proposal to create a wildlife garden and outdoor classroom earned her school a $1,000 grant from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
If you are looking for an opportunity to wet a line, how does the thought of 700,000 trout hitting the water entice you?
Georgia turkey hunters are practicing their best turkey calls and patterning their shotguns as they get ready for the statewide turkey hunting season opening Saturday, Mar.
Hunters will soon head to the woods in the search for a Georgia gobbler.
Do you need hunter education before you head to the woods? You have options!
The statewide turkey hunting season opens March 20.
Six projects selected for Georgia DNR Wildlife Viewing Grants promise new opportunities for Georgians enjoy native animals and plants across the state.
Planning a fishing trip? Don’t forget to check out the 2021 Fishing Forecasts.
Surging flocks of finches at backyard feeders coupled with reports of sick birds are raising questions among wildlife lovers across Georgia.
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) announced today the appointment of Scott Robinson to Chief of Fisheries.
