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Commonly sold as bait, the golden shiner is our most common lake and pond minnow species.
Wild Orphans -To Rescue or Not
What should you do if you come across a young bird or mammal that appears to be orphaned or injured?
Atlantic Salmon Management Areas
Atlantic salmon management and recreational fishing
CTs Watershed Management Program
The Connecticut DEEP created the Watershed Management Program to more effectively address water resource issues from an integrated watershed perspective. For purposes of water management, the state has been divided into five major watershed basins along natural watershed boundaries. DEEP Watershed Managers work within these five major watershed basins to assist communities in forming partnerships, drafting watershed based plans, and implementing environmental projects to restore and protect Connecticut's water quality on a watershed-wide scale.
DEEP Urges Caution as Lifeguard Presence in State Parks Will Be Reduced Labor Day Weekend
(HARTFORD, CT) – The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) today reminded state park visitors that the number of lifeguards at state park swimming areas will be significantly reduced as the end of the summer swimming season fast approaches.
Notice of public hearing for an application submitted by Stacey G. Bland for a permit to conduct work waterward of the coastal jurisdiction line in tidal, coastal or navigable waters of the state to construct a dock for residential boating access. This public hearing will be held on December 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM via Zoom. Written comments are due by December 17, 2025.
Habitat Conservation and Enhancement
Learn all about habitat conservation and enhancement projects in Connecticut!
Regulations on Movement of Firewood
Regulations on the movement of firewood in Connecticut
An esteemed food and sport fish in Europe, it's unclear how the tench will affect Connecticut's freshwater ecosystems.
Learn about Connecticut's Trout and Salmon Stamp, ensuring a sustainable future for our valuable trout and salmon fishery resources.
Deterring Bears with Electric Fencing
Electric fencing is the best method for deterring bears from damaging backyard chickens, beehives, and livestock.
What you need to know to apply for a liberation permit for grass carp - a useful control for nuisance aquatic vegetation.