PROBLEM ANIMAL CONTROL

General information

The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) is an agency of the Department of Fish and Game, responsible for the conservation-including restoration, protection, and management- of fish and wildlife resources for the benefit and enjoyment of the public. Specifically, MassWildlife is charged with the stewardship of all wild amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals, and freshwater and diadromous fishes in the state, as well as endangered, threatened, and special concern species, including native wild plants and invertebrates.

To purchase fishing, hunting, sporting, and trapping licenses online, please visit:
https://www.ma.wildlifelicense.com/IS/Customer/InternetCustomerSearch

For license information and FAQs, please visit:
http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/licensing/

For a complete calendar of MassWildlife events, please visit:
http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/education-events/calendar-of-events.html

To report fish and wildlife related violations of law, please contact the Massachusetts Environmental Police (Office of Law Enforcement) at 1-800-632-8075. Calls are answered 24/7 by dispatchers who can contact an officer in your area.