Roads have become an important part of modern life, helping people get around and connecting communities. Yet, their widespread presence comes with significant ecological costs, particularly impacting wildlife populations. Some recent studies have revealed how roads negatively affect native Virginia species like amphibians and salamanders. Amphibians are particularly susceptible to road mortality due to their… Read more
Virginia’s diverse ecosystems provide a thriving habitat for a variety of nocturnal wildlife. As the sun sets, a new world of activity emerges in the forests, wetlands, and fields. Wild Virginia welcomed Leigh Ann Henion, author of Night Magic: Adventures Among Glowworms, Moon Gardens, and Other Marvels of the Dark, to share stories about the… Read more
As communities become increasingly aware of the impact of human activities on wildlife, many are seeking alternatives to traditional fireworks displays. Fireworks may be spectacular to watch, but they can also cause significant stress and harm to animals. Fireworks can have a negative impact on wildlife in many ways, including: Startling: The sudden sounds and lights… Read more
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are toxic chemicals that pose significant health risks to wildlife. What will become of our waters, woods, and skies as these chemicals impact aquatic and terrestrial species, including fish, amphibians, and birds? Wild Virginia held a virtual panel of scientific experts to learn about the impacts of PFAS on wildlife…. Read more
As the warmth of early summer spreads across our state, it brings not only lush greenery but also a significant increase in wildlife activity. For drivers traveling along Virginia’s roads, this means it is even more important to be on the lookout for unexpected encounters with various animal species. 5 Wildlife Species on the Roads… Read more
Do you enjoy watching cottontail rabbits scurry through your yard, hearing red foxes bark in the woods at night, and even fishing for catfish in the creek? If so, you may be concerned to find out that the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the environment is negatively impacting these beloved Virginia species…. Read more
Join Publicity and Outreach Director, Katie Keller, to hear about some of the top environmental nonprofits in Virginia, across the country and even those with a global impact. You’ll also learn about some of the incredible conservation efforts they are working on and how those campaigns are helping to combat climate change. Piedmont Environmental Council… Read more
Virginia wildlife is a thrilling sight before they hibernate in the coming winter months. As October comes to its end, we’ve all got ghosts on the mind. Between dressing up for Halloween, seeking out scares at haunted houses, or braving one of the many new horror movies on the big screen, we are all certain… Read more
A discouraging decline of our pollinators over the last several decades has been occurring due to factors that include habitat loss and the use of herbicides or pesticides. These very important pollinator species ensure that the pollen moves within flowers and transfers the pollen from flower to flower. In this pollination process, the pollinators keep… Read more
Every year, the Virginia Conservation Network (VCN) publishes a briefing called Our Common Agenda, and this publication takes the policy goals of over 100 organizations across Virginia and compiles them into a single agenda of conservation goals. VCN is a collaborative network of over 150 conservation partners across the Commonwealth. The VCN was created to… Read more