Washington wildlife officials have killed a wolf from a pack blamed for cattle deaths in Ferry County. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced that agency staff killed an adult male ...

People in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood are roaring about news of a possible black bear sighting on the northern corner of ...

WDFW's press release about the resignation congratulated Unsworth with initiating a multi-year plan to strengthen the department's relationships with communities, increase support for conservation ...

In a 5-4 vote, WDFW commission members voted to keep gray wolves as an endangered species instead of moving it to a sensitive classification.

WDFW fish and hatchery staff will stock more than 14.5 million trout statewide for 2025. This includes: —2.14 million catchable-size trout, averaging 11 to 13 inches —More than 150,000 jumbo ...

The WDFW recommends the following for black bear encounters: Stop, remain calm, and assess the situation. If a bear seems unaware of your presence, move away quickly and quietly.

The WDFW has made changes to baiting, transporting, testing and reporting of hunting. Author: Shannon Moudy, Emmalee Appel Published: 11:18 AM PDT August 23, 2024 Updated: 5:21 PM PDT August 23, 2024 ...

WDFW may use Karelian bear dogs and other methods to discourage further interaction with humans. “Bear rehabilitation is only used for cubs that have become orphaned due to mortality of the ...

News / Sports / Outdoors WDFW approves 10 days of razor clam digs beginning March 17 Long Beach remains closed due to high toxin levels By Columbian news services Published: March 14, 2023, 3:40pm ...

OLYMPIA, Wash. - After the 2024 Draft Periodic Status Review, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) recommends both the bald eagle and peregrine falcon remain successfully recovered.

WDFW does not use its operating budget for land acquisition, relying instead on state and federal grants through the Washington Wildlife and Recreation program and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

OLYMPIA — Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers have approved five days of razor clam digging, Oct. 14-18, at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis, and Mocrocks beaches.