All Wildlife & Conservation Articles
Texas Blind Snakes Live Fascinating Lives Underground
They are harmless to humans but a threat to ants and termites.
Red Wolves Had Their Last Stand in Texas
America’s ‘other wolf’ was reintroduced to the wild after a last-ditch roundup in Texas.
Red Wolves Aren't Gone — They're Mixed With Coyotes on Galveston Island
Red wolf/coyote hybrids cause a stir in the wildlife world.
The Top 10 Bird Songs in Texas
My ears love the sounds of birds; here are some of my favorites.
Giant Redheaded Centipede: Stuff of Nightmares
This insect is one of Texas' most terrifying critters.
Ocelots on the Brink of Extinction in Texas
Secretive cats affected by urban expansion, habitat destruction and vehicular mortality.
Paddlefish: Prehistoric Paddlers Return to Caddo
Paddlefish, the oldest animal species in North America, face challenges to survival.
Aquatic Caterpillars Turn Into Beautiful Moths
Caterpillars can be pesky, but their transformations into moths are worth the trouble.
Find Solitude by the Sea at Matagorda Island Wildlife Management Area
The WMA has a fascinating history, and miles and miles of quiet, unoccupied beach.
Is Texas the Birdiest State? It Depends on How You Count the Birds
Texas ruled the roost before California took the lead. Maybe the lists don't tell the whole story...
Snout Butterfly Swarms Can Darken South Texas Skies
Butterflies with long noses undertake remarkable migrations.
This Is America's Biggest Toad
South Texas’ cane toad has bragging rights as North America’s largest.
Unraveling the Mysteries of American Eels
Scientists work to discover the little-known life cycle of eels in Texas.
Melanistic (Dark) Deer In The Hill Country.
The opposite of albinos, melanistic deer can be found in a small segment of the Hill Country.
Wait Before 'Rescuing' Wildlife
Many "rescues" are unnecessary and can even be detrimental to the animal.
Whale Sharks: Giants in the Gulf
The world's largest fish are closer than you think.
Hognose Snakes Act Scary But Aren't Dangerous
Harmless eastern hognose can use a variety of tactics to scare us, including looking like a cobra.
Alligators Are Good Moms, Keeping Hatchlings Safe
At Brazos Bend, moms make sure little gators grow up till they reach the top of the food chain.
Is It a Tortoise or a Turtle?
They do look alike and share some traits. How can we tell them apart?
Wolf Snail: Killer on the Prowl
The cannibalistic wolf snail lives up to its name.
