All Wildlife & Conservation Articles
TPWD Biologist Becomes iNaturalist All-Star
His 100,000th observation scores Sam Kieschnick a spot as one of the top 10 iNaturalist users.
New Gulf of Mexico Whale Species Identified
Former Bryde's subspecies is now called Rice's whale.
Caprock Canyons Bison Are Icons of the West
The park animals are descended from the herd of legendary rancher Charles Goodnight.
Leave No Trace 2.0: Thoughtful Actions Can Minimize Your Impact on Nature
As Texans rush to play outdoors, thoughtful actions can minimize the impact on nature.
Wildlife and Humans are Feeling the Heat of Texas Wildfires
Drought, wildfires and heat waves pose challenges for a rare bird and toad.
Biodiversity in the Hill Country: Ranch and region reap biological, economic and aesthetic benefits from varied natural features.
The Zesch Family Ranch was named the Edwards Plateau ecoregion winner in the 2023
Agencies Study Solutions for Moving Huntsville Bat Colony
Wildlife officials are advising prison staff on the move.
Conservation Deal Reached to Protect Honey Creek
TPWD acquires 515 acres for state natural area.
New Leader of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Talks Parks, Economics and the PBS Show
David Yoskowitz sat down with Editor Russell Roe to answer questions about himself and the job.
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens to Undergo Renovation
Schoolchildren marvel at the schools of fish in the indoor and outdoor aquariums.
Texas Oyster Season Opens With Multiple Bay Closures
Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission voted to permanently close three bays to oyster harvesting.
Speedy Pronghorn Face Challenges They Can’t Outrun
They're 'made to move,' but drought, parasites and habitat fragmentation have taken a toll.
John Bunker Sands Wetland Center Wins Land Steward Award
The center is cleaning river water and providing wildlife habitat in a watery Wonderland.
Hit The Road For A Toad: A Herper's Big Year
Naturalist Romey Swanson embarks on a yearlong quest to see Texas’ reptiles and amphibians
Nonprofit City Kids Adventures Takes Students Outside
Founders Leticia and Leon McNeil see the outdoors as a classroom — and a source of hope.
Roadrunner License Plate Debuts
Greater roadrunner license plate will help support and expand wildlife viewing programs.
New Paddling Trail Launches at Toledo Bend
The looping route explores bay and bayou on the East Texas lake.
Avian Flu Detected In Texas
Owl and eagle are the first verified cases of avian influenza in wild birds in Texas.
Unraveling the Mysteries of American Eels
Scientists work to discover the little-known life cycle of eels in Texas.
Surprisingly Red
Tasty red snapper hide their vivid color underwater.
