Science

A grackle gives an intense look
November 2024 Issue

Ask a Grackle: Classifying the Guys in the Parking Lot

Basically, the males of our species are territorial.

By The Grackle
A group of yucca plants grows toward the sky as a large white cloud rolls across the blue sky
November 2024 Issue

Sotol, Yucca and More: Reconnecting Texans with Their Botanical Roots

Humans have long relied on plants to survive the sometimes harsh landscapes of Texas.

Story by Brandon Weaver
a large tarantula crawls across the rocky ground
October 2024 Issue

Did You See a Brown Tarantula? He's Probably Looking for Love

A few months each year, these giant spiders risk death to attract the perfect mate.

Story by Karina Kumar
As the sun rises, dozens of fishing boats prepare to launch on Lake Fork in search of largemouth bass
October 2024 Issue

Study Unlocks the Secret Lives of Largemouth Bass

TPWD Findings Offer Clues to Help Anglers Anticipate Bass Movements.

Story by Kirk McDonnell
Two large bronze sculptures of mammoths stand outside the Mayborn Museum in Waco, Texas.
October 2024 Issue

Waco Offers Glimpses into the Ancient World of Mammoths

Experience the wonder and majesty of these Pleistocene behemoths at two Waco locations.

Story by Dale Weisman
Vinegaroon climbing over rocks with a whip like tail
March 2024 Issue

Vinegaroons Sport Whip-Like Tails and Spray Acid

These weird and wonderful arachnids live in West Texas.

Story by Bill Rhodes
Guide and children wear solar glasses to view the solar eclipse
March 2024 Issue

Texas Prepares For Total Solar Eclipse

The event will be a natural phenomenon like no other.

Story by Katie Raney
Vernal pool at Enchanted Rock
October 2023 Issue

Enchanted Rock's Ephemeral Ponds Host Diverse Life

Pools contain fairy shrimp, algae and endangered plants.

By Eva Frederick
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley park volunteer John Kaye searches the sky for hawks
August/September 2023 Issue

John Kaye Is Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley's Hawk Watcher

Volunteer leads the Hawk Watch community science project at the South Texas state park.

By Jake Herrie
Man holding a dragonfly
April 2023 Issue

TPWD Biologist Becomes iNaturalist All-Star

His 100,000th observation scores Sam Kieschnick a spot as one of the top 10 iNaturalist users.

Story by Eva Frederick
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