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Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Coverage of Maryland Department of Natural Resources in the Nexus archive.
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- ‘There’s a bear on the deck’: What DC-area area homeowners should know about black bears
A Maryland homeowner encountered a black bear on his deck, prompting advice from wildlife experts on safely deterring bears. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources recommends making noise to alert bears without startling them, while removing bird feeders to avoid attracting them during active seasons.
- Chesapeake Bay sees increase in juvenile blue crabs, drop in adult females
The Chesapeake Bay's juvenile blue crab population increased to 228 million in 2026, offering hope after a five-year decline, but adult female crab numbers dropped to 81 million. Researchers note uncertainty about whether the juvenile rise will translate to a robust population later in the year.