Critters

Mountain Lion looking out over rocky terrain near trees
March 05, 2026

Mountain Lions Rule West Texas' Rocky Ranges

These big cats have managed to hang on in Texas despite challenges.

Story by Emily Gibson
Large sucker mouthed catfish on a plank of wood
March 05, 2026

Suckermouth Catfish: Armored and Dangerous

Dumped from home aquariums, these fish are unwelcome 'guests' who never leave.

Story by Louie Bond
Texas giant redheaded centipede in the grass near Kerrville
March 05, 2026

Giant Redheaded Centipedes Are the Stuff of Nightmares

This insect is one of Texas' most terrifying critters.

Story by Ben Hutchins
Striped Skunk in the grass
February 11, 2026

Texas Skunks: The Big Stink

Researchers delve into the marvelous, malodorous world of Texas skunks.

Story by Russell Roe
gray sketch illustration of wolf eyes
January 29, 2026

Red Wolves Aren't Gone — They're Mixed With Coyotes on Galveston Island

Red wolf/coyote hybrids cause a stir in Galveston and the wildlife world.

Story by Russell A. Graves
Long tailed weasel Larry Ditto_70K8618
January 29, 2026

Long-Tailed Weasels Are Stealthy, Fearless Hunters

Weasels are rarely seen cousins of skunks and badgers.

Story by Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
penny snake slithering with it's head lifted up. no background
January 29, 2026

Copperheads Are Coming for the Cicadas

When cicadas emerge, these snakes congregate in large groups for a big meal.

Story by Andy Gluesenkamp
chimney built by crayfish in Houston, Texas
January 29, 2026

Houston Crayfish Are Chimney Builders

You won’t find the recently discovered Houston burrowing crayfish in your etouffé.

Story by Michael Warriner
Red Wolf walking on dirt in front of a sloping hill at a Texas zoo in Victoria
January 29, 2026

Red Wolves Had Their Last Stand in Texas

America’s ‘other wolf’ was reintroduced to the wild after a last-ditch roundup in Texas.

Story by Russell Roe
A view of a jackrabbit from behind.
January/February 2026 Issue

Black-Tailed Jackrabbits Use Their Speed to Escape

Long ears and long legs give jackrabbits their distinctive look.

Story by Melissa Gaskill
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