Critters

Illustration with the words "Like a Mouth to a flame" with a luna moth used a a "T" in moth
July 2019 Issue

Aquatic Caterpillars Turn Into Beautiful Moths

Caterpillars can be pesky, but their transformations into moths are worth the trouble.

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Kern’s flower scarab on a yellow and white daisy
December 2018 Issue

Meet the Beetles: Kern’s Flower Scarab

These beetles play an important role as flower pollinators.

Story by Eva Frederick
Brown Texas Blind Snake camouflaged by brown leaves as it slithers over the ground
November 2018 Issue

Texas Blind Snakes Live Fascinating Lives Underground

They are harmless to humans but a threat to ants and termites.

Story by Eva Frederick
Mountain Lion looking out over rocky terrain near trees
March 2018 Issue

Mountain Lions Rule West Texas' Rocky Ranges

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

Story by Emily Gibson
Paddlefish swimming in an aquarium with other fish
November 2017 Issue

Paddlefish: Prehistoric Paddlers Return to Caddo

Paddlefish, the oldest animal species in North America, face challenges to survival.

Story by Eva Frederick
snout butterfly on a branch in Texas.
August/September 2017 Issue

Snout Butterfly Swarms Can Darken South Texas Skies

Butterflies with long noses undertake remarkable migrations.

Story by Ben Hutchins
penny snake slithering with it's head lifted up. no background
July 2016 Issue

Copperheads Are Coming for the Cicadas

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

Story by Andy Gluesenkamp
Striped Skunk in the grass
June 2016 Issue

Texas Skunks: The Big Stink

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

Story by Russell Roe
Porcupine (Prickle Pig) in resting in wood
January/February 2016 Issue

Meet The Prickle Pig of Northern and Western Texas

Like their fearsome quills, porcupines’ range is spreading.

Story by Erin Kedzie
trantula wasp biting a tarantulas hind leg
July 2015 Issue

Meet the Wasps That Hunt Tarantulas

This bold predator takes on prey larger than itself.

Story by Ben Hutchins
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