Environment, Energy and Forestry

Wildlife

The Fish and Wildlife Program is responsible for the conservation and management of Island’s wildlife resources, including the preservation, maintenance and restoration of habitat and the enforcement of legislation related to the protection of species and habitat. Learn more about Island wildlife, freshwater fish, wet lands and publicly owned lands by exploring the links listed below.

Hunting Hunting is a popular recreational activity in PEI, famous for abundant migratory Canada geese. Quality opportunities also exist for other waterfowl such as black ducks, teal and a variety of sea ducks, as well as upland hunting for ruffed grouse and snowshoe hare. Learn about seasons and bag limits, regulations, game survey results and more...		Fishing Learn more about angling opportunities. Sea run brook trout are especially prized for sport and table fair and can be caught using a variety of methods, from delicate presentation of tiny dry flies to the popular tradition of using minnows...

Trapping and Furbearers Trapping, a time honoured tradition in PEI, information available includes: seasons, regulations, trapper education and information on the commonly trapped furbearers...		Plants and Animals Learn about the diversity of plants and animals found in PEI, from backyard wildlife to rare and endangered flora and fauna...

Children's Corner		Wetlands Learn more about wetlands, a critical type of wildlife habitat, why they are important and what policies and laws are in place to protect them...

Provincially-Owned Lands The Forests, Fish and Wildlife Division manages close to 31,000 hectares of provincially-owned land. It protects wildlife habitat in the form of Wildlife Management Areas, Natural Areas and Provincial Forests. It also ensures valuable access for a number of wildlife related recreational opportunities...		Licences and Permits Find out information on various permits and licences related to wildlife and wildlife habitat...

Legislation		Funding Programs
Links
Natural Areas Protection Act Learn more about the Island's designated Natural Areas and offer your ideas and suggestions on the Natural Areas Protection Act.