Deer will be thoroughly inspected by a MassWildlife biologist for evidence of proper field dressing and to ensure there are no signs of disease. If denied, hunters will have the option to take ...

As deer in neighboring states drop dead from a viral disease, Massachusetts wildlife officials say they’re “keeping a close eye on” whether any cases pop up in the Bay State.

EHD is a disease that is spread by midges that infect deer. In the northern portions of its range, it usually is about 95-percent fatal for deer, which don’t have any resistance. From the time they ...

WESTFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A rare type of deer was spotted in Westfield by a 22News viewer. Rare fish found in Connecticut River between Massachusetts and Vermont ...

Centuries after their two main predators — wolves and mountain lions — were intentionally eradicated from the area, the deer population in Eastern Massachusetts has reached a concerning ...

WEST BOYLSTON — The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife is reminding drivers to be aware of increased deer and moose activity, especially during early morning and evening hours.

In 2022, deer-related car accidents between the months of October and December jumped in Massachusetts to their highest level since 2002. Since then, the numbers have continued to go up. For a ...