Birds

May 2024 Issue

Move Over, Mockingbird? These Contenders Rival Texas State Bird

Texas has several unique feathered friends worthy of state bird consideration.

By Russell Roe
November 2005 Issue

Know Your Turkey Parts: A Guide

Here's a primer on snoods, dewlaps and other fleshy appendages.

Story by Russell A. Graves
April 2024 Issue

Urban Rookeries Can Create Human Vs. Wildlife Conflicts

For some residents, rookeries are fascinating nesting habitats, and for others, they are a nuisance.

Story by Lerrin Johnson
August/September 2025 Issue

Studying the High-Elevation Owls of the Davis Mountains

For a wildlife biologist, these special owls open doors of discovery.

Story by Romey Swanson
August/September 2025 Issue

Hamilton Puts on a Festival For the Love of Dove

The Hamilton County Dove Festival provides a rollicking kickoff ot bird hunting season.

Story by Eva Frederick
April 2019 Issue

Wait Before 'Rescuing' Wildlife

Many "rescues" are unnecessary and can even be detrimental to the animal.

January/February 2022 Issue

Winter Storm Uri: Snow-Mageddon One Year Later

The storm had significant impacts on wildlife, plants and the state’s natural ecosystems.

Story by Louie Bond
October 2025 Issue

Conservation License Plates Support Wildlife, Parks

Program marks 25 years of conservation on Texas roads.

Story by Tenley Jackson

Meet the Critters of Texas State Parks

Our public lands are where the wild things are.

Story by Susan Griswold
May 2025 Issue

Is Texas the Birdiest State? It Depends on How You Count the Birds

Texas ruled the roost before California took the lead. Maybe the lists don't tell the whole story...

Story by Romey Swanson
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