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NOTICE: COVID-19 UPDATE: The trails and grounds of Connecticut State Parks and Forests are open for solitary outdoor enjoyment. If you plan to visit a park, it should be for solitary recreation, not group activities. Please plan ahead as many amenities and indoor facilities are closed, and visitors must practice social distancing. COVID-19 Updates CT State Parks and Forests

Wildlife in Connecticut

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Discover Connecticut's wildlife species and habitats, and find information on the DEEP Wildlife Division's research and conservation efforts.
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Nuisance and Distressed Wildlife

Find out how to handle conflicts with wildlife and what to do if you have found an animal that appears sick, injured, or orphaned.
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The Natural Diversity Data Base and Endangered Species

Information on state and federally listed species and natural communities is compiled and made available through the NDDB.

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