Wildlife
Virginia needs to protect the ability of wildlife enthusiasts, hunter, and fisherman alike to have access to the state's bounty.
VCN's Wildlife Organizations
Virginian's need to protect wildlife and their habitat for their children's future. Click on this link to view the list of VCN wildlife member organizations.
National Wildlife Federation
VCN serves as the Virginia Affiliate of NWF. We are working together to inspire Americans to protect wildlife for our children's future.
Virginia Teaming with Wildlife Coalition
Led by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, the Virginia Teaming with Wildlife Coalition includes wildlife biologists, hunters & anglers, birdwatchers, hikers, nature-based businesses and other conservationists.
Virginia Wildlife Action Plan
The Virginia wildlife action plan unites natural resource agencies and citizens through a common vision and concept for the conservation of the Commonwealth’s wildlife and the habitats in which they live.
Target Global Warming
Where hunters and anglers change the forecast for wildlife. Sign up to get updates on issues affecting America's outdoor traditions.
Sea Level Rise and Chesapeake Bay Habitats
If global warming continues unabated, projected rising sea levels will significantly reshape the region's coastal landscape, threatening waterfowl hunting and recreational saltwater fishing in Virginia and Maryland.
The Chesapeake Bay and Global Warming
"Large numbers of mallards and black ducks that we would typically get into around Thanksgiving aren't showing up in the Chesapeake until Christmas, if even then," says Steve Huettner, former president of the Maryland Sportsman's Association.
The Wildlife Center of Virginia
The Wildlife Center of Virginia, a hospital for native wildlife, teaching the world to care about and to care for wildlife and the environment.
Wildlife Links
Resource information for wildlife organizations.
Preparing for Climate Change: Conserving Virginia's Fish and Wildlife for the Future
National Wildlife Federation (NWF), Virginia Conservation Network (VCN), and Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (VDGIF) are working together to update Virginia’s Wildlife Action Plan to integrate climate change.