Media Contact Contact an Information Officer Related News Feeds California Outdoors Q&A OSPR News Marine Region News Subscribe Subscribe to CDFW News releases via email or text.* Sign Up(opens in new tab) *Accredited media representatives should contact an Information Officer to be placed on CDFW's media list. Follow Us Follow on Twitter @CaliforniaDFW(opens in new tab) Follow on Facebook(opens in new tab) Search News 2022-2024 News Releases California Enters Next Phase of Wolf Conservation Plan as State’s Gray Wolf Population Continues to Expand April 2, 2025 As California’s gray wolf population grows, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is advancing the state’s management of this species and further supporting communities where they are known to reside. Continue reading... Categories: Law Enforcement, Public Safety, Scientific Study, Wolves Tagged: Gray WolvesManagementRural CommunitiesLivestock Producers CDFW Offers Guidance on How to Help Wildlife During Wildfire Emergencies January 17, 2025 CDFW has issued guidance on how best to help wildlife during major fire events such as those taking place currently in Los Angeles County. Continue reading... Categories: Bears, Big Game, Deer, Environment, Human Wildlife Conflict, Public Safety, Wildfire, Wildlife, Wildlife Health Tagged: WildfireWildlifeHelpWildlife Rehabilitation Chronic Wasting Disease Confirmed in California Deer Population—CDFW Urges Hunters to be Vigilant and Participate in Disease Surveillance Efforts May 7, 2024 Chronic wasting disease has been detected for the first time in California’s deer and elk. Continue reading... Categories: Big Game, Deer, Hunting, Public Safety, Wildlife Health Tagged: Razor Clam Fishery Closes in Humboldt County Due to Public Health Hazard May 2, 2024 CDFW Director Charlton H. Bonham has closed the recreational razor clam fishery in Humboldt County following a recommendation from state health agencies determining that consumption of razor clams in the area poses a significant threat for domoic acid exposure. Continue reading... Categories: Fisheries, Marine, Public Safety Tagged: Wildlife Officer Laura Decker is CDFW’s 2023 Wildlife Officer of the Year April 29, 2024 Santa Clara County Wildlife Officer Laura Decker was named 2023 Wildlife Officer of the Year. Continue reading... Categories: Law Enforcement, Public Safety Tagged: 1234Next