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    • February 4, 2022
    two bobcats in natural habitat

    Livermore native Sue Crow Griffin’s image of affection displayed by a mother bobcat to her offspring along an Alameda County walking path has earned the 2021 grand prize in the 10th annual California Wildlife Photo of the Year contest.

    Categories: Education, General, Rare Species, Wildlife
    • February 2, 2022
    sand dune with sprouting plants

    CDFW’s Office of Spill Prevention and Response (OSPR) is seeking grant applications to help fund projects that enhance or restore habitat for wildlife, with available funding totaling more than $750,000.

    Categories: General, Habitat Restoration
    • February 1, 2022
    scientist with Pacific halibut on vessel

    California anglers who are interested in the recreational Pacific halibut fishery are invited to participate in an online survey that will help inform the CDFW about angler preferences for open fishing dates during the upcoming 2022 season.

    Categories: Fisheries, Marine
    • January 27, 2022
    hairy black pig in grassy field

    CDFW is offering wild pig hunting opportunities in March, April and May at the Joice Island Unit of the Grizzly Island Wildlife Area in Solano County.

    Categories: Big Game, General, Hunting, Lands
    • January 12, 2022
    Image of CDFW law enforcement vessel Thresher

    A San Diego County judge recently imposed a $5,000 fine on a Commercial Passenger Fishing Vessel (CPFV) operating in a Marine Protected Area (MPA), CDFW announced.

    Categories: Fisheries, Fishing, General, Law Enforcement, Marine