Media Contact Contact an Information Officer Related News Feeds OSPR News Marine Region News Subscribe Subscribe to CDFW News releases via email or text.* Sign Up *Accredited media representatives should contact an Information Officer to be placed on CDFW's media list. Follow Us Follow on X Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram Search News News Releases, 2022-Present CDFW Completes 2025 Waterfowl Breeding Population Survey July 25, 2025 The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has completed its 2025 waterfowl breeding population survey. The results of the survey show both mallard and total duck species have increased this year. Continue reading... Categories: Environment, Hunting, Waterfowl Tagged: WaterfowlBreeding Population SurveyCalifornia Duck Hunting