Birds

Red-Cockaded Woodpecker on a tree.
May 2026 Issue

East Texas Forest Management Aids Recovery of the Red-Cockaded Woodpecker

State forests monitor populations as birds continue comeback.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary
Illustration of birds in trees including one on the head of a birder.
May 2026 Issue

Vireos Occupy a Special Place in the Texas Bird Landscape

Black-capped vireos are the most well-known, but others deserve recognition as well.

Story by Sneed B. Collard III
A trail running through the woods with a bridge.
May 2026 Issue

Upper Texas Coast Provides Vital Resting Spots for Migrating Birds

Coastal woodlots serve as lifesaving stations as birds make the long journey across the Gulf.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary
A grackle with the question, "Why do you pick up shiny or novel objects?"
May 2026 Issue

Ask a Grackle: Why Do You Pick Up Shiny or Novel Objects?

Theories include washing food and collecting things.

Story by The Grackle
Graphic for Ask a Grackle with the question How are you able to predict the weather.
April 2026 Issue

Ask a Grackle: How Are You Able to Predict the Weather?

The Grackle Answers

Story by The Grackle
Hummingbird in flight
March 05, 2026

Gulf Waypoints Serve as Crucial Stop for Migrating Birds

Hummingbirds fuel up before making their perilous crossing of the Gulf.

Story by Sarah Delgado
Artist Raylee Schobel pressing inked printing blocks to paper.
March 2026 Issue

Texas Artist Raylee Schobel Creates Beautiful, Colorful Bird Art

Her work is featured on the poster for this year's Great Texas Birding Classic.

Story by Tenley Jackson
Graphic for Ask a Grackle with the question "Has anyone ever painted a grackle?"
March 2026 Issue

Ask a Grackle: Has Anyone Ever Painted You?

I find your yellow eyes and dramatic feathers enchanting.

Story by The Grackle
A cave myotis bat in flight.
January/February 2026 Issue

Mapping the Secret Lives of Texas Birds and Bats

A tracking system called Motus provides a glimpse into the movements of migrating creatures.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
A photo of a Grackle with the title Ask A Grackle and "Do all birds sleep in nests?" on the photo.
November 2025 Issue

Ask a Grackle: Do All Birds Sleep in Nests?

Do all birds sleep in nests? Do they use a duvet?

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The October 2024 cover of Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine, featuring a surfer riding a wave along the Texas Gulf Coast

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