Indiana DNR

Indiana wildlife officials are tracking a rise in sick and dead crows after avian flu was confirmed in West Central Indiana. Here’s what to watch for and what to do if you find one.

Indiana bald eagles are entering a critical nesting season, and wildlife officials are urging residents to give these recovering birds plenty of space to ensure continued conservation success.

Indiana DNR has launched an interactive map showing confirmed sightings of rare and elusive mammals, helping Hoosiers separate real wildlife from backyard folklore.

Indiana DNR is asking anglers and lake visitors to report winter mudpuppy sightings, and these underwater salamanders are easier to spot in January and February.

Bright red berries appearing across Indiana this winter may signal the spread of invasive bittersweet and honeysuckle, and learning how to identify them can help protect native forests and wildlife.

Celebrate National Take a Hike Day by exploring Indiana’s fall trails. Use the DNR’s interactive trail map to find scenic hikes near you and enjoy the season outdoors.

In a controversial move that’s dividing wildlife experts and animal advocates statewide, Indiana is reopening its bobcat trapping season for the first time in more than half a century.

Indiana DNR has reduced county antlerless deer bag limits for 2025 2026 after a severe EHD outbreak in southern counties. See which counties are impacted.

Indiana is home to peach blossom jellyfish tiny freshwater creatures that pose no danger to humans and can be spotted in late summer.

A Southern Indiana family is being recognized for caring for the nation’s largest swamp chestnut oak, a rare tree measuring 95 feet tall.

Armadillo sightings are increasing in Indiana as climate and habitat changes allow them to move north. Learn where they’re appearing and why.

Indiana will host several free fishing days in 2025, allowing residents to cast a line without the need for a fishing license. Here's when to fish for free!