California Department of Fish and Wildlife

The commercial Dungeness crab season has been closed in several regions along the West Coast to protect migrating humpback whales from entanglement risks. The decision, announced by the California Dep...

In an innovative move to enhance the recreational fishing experience, the state of California is deploying advanced technology across its vast network of fishing spots. The initiative, announced earli...

In a significant crackdown on wildlife trafficking, California authorities have dismantled a sophisticated turtle smuggling operation aimed at supplying exotic species to markets in China. The operati...

In a disturbing incident that has shocked the coastal community of California, authorities are on the hunt for an individual suspected of decapitating a California sea lion. The gruesome discovery was...

In a groundbreaking move to manage human-wildlife interactions, California has launched a mountain lion hazing program aimed at reducing conflicts between residents and the state's mountain lion popul...

In a sweeping crackdown on illegal cannabis operations, California authorities have seized cannabis products valued at over $312 million. The operation spanned across multiple counties, highlighting t...

In California, residents of several towns are facing a growing challenge as bear encounters become more frequent. The issue has reached a point where local authorities and wildlife experts are steppin...