The Fisheries and Wildlife Division (FWD) develops, supports, and implements programs for urban fish and wildlife conservation, protection, recreation, and sustainability. FWD achieves its objectives by employing innovative and traditional scientific methods to obtain the best natural resource data available and by elevating environmental awareness and stewardship through education, outreach and community involvement.

The Fisheries and Wildlife Division has two branches;

• Fisheries Management Branch
  - Fishing in the District
   
• Wildlife Management Branch

Fish and Wildlife Regulations

• Wildlife Protection Act of 2010 (DC.Regs)
• Title 19, Chapter 15 - Fish and Wildlife (DC.Regs)
• District of Columbia Wildlife Action Plan [PDF]

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