Science

February 2011 Issue

Spanish Moss Drapes Texas Trees and Shelters Birds, Bats and Spiders

Neither a moss nor a parasite, Tillandsia usneoides is a rootless bromeliad that feeds on air.

Story by Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
January 2011 Issue

Up Close With Texas Bugs

John C. Abbott's photography highlights the beauty of Texas insects.

Story and photos by John C. Abbott
November 2010 Issue

Saving the Endangered Houston Toad

A ‘head start’ project could give the endangered Houston toad a helping hand – and a kiss

Story by Wendee Holtcamp
October 2009 Issue

Roly-Poly Pillbugs Aren't Actually Bugs — They're Crustaceans

Neither pill nor bug, these critters are favorite playmates of many generations of Texas children.

Story by Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
May 2009 Issue

Birds, Brush and Fire

Researchers work on bringing balance back to the Brush Country.

Story by Mary O. Parker
April 2009 Issue

New Study Sheds Light On Palo Duro Canyon's Elusive Ringtail

The little-known mammal makes its home in the park's escarpments and brushy woodlands.

Story by Wendee Holtcamp
May 2008 Issue

All About the Sand Dollar

Scour the beach for these intricate skeletal remains.

Story by Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
August 2006 Issue

Don't Dump That Aquarium

Cute aquarium fish become invasive pests in springs and streams.

Story by Larry D. Hodge
July 2006 Issue

Colorado River Delta Breeds Fish, Shrimp and Controversy in Matagorda Bay

Engineers rerouted the river 15 years ago. Biologists and anglers still argue over the result.

Story by Wendee Holtcamp
May 2006 Issue

Hungry Insect Hordes Protect Texas Lakes by Attacking Giant Salvinia

Lilliputian insects may restrain giant salvinia better than humans can.

Story by Larry D. Hodge
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