Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

DEEP headquarters at 79 Elm Street in Hartford has partially re-opened to staff and members of the public as of Tuesday, February 3. The DEEP records room has re-opened. The DEEP Central Permit Processing Unit (CPPU) will be open to the public starting on Wednesday, Feb. 4. For updates, click here

Wildlife Highlights Newsletter

Wildlife Highlights

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Wildlife Highlights is a free electronic newsletter for anyone interested in Connecticut's wildlife and the outdoors!

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  • The various wildlife and habitat projects underway in Connecticut;
  • The latest hunting information, regulation and season updates, and hunter education opportunities;
  • Natural history about Connecticut’s wildlife species and wildlife viewing tips;
  • What to do about nuisance or distressed wildlife;
  • Special events and activities;
  • Community Science opportunities, and so much more! 

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