All Wildlife & Conservation Articles

May 2024 issue

Large Artificial Reef Shows Promise For Carbon Capture

Researchers study reef off South Padre Island.

By Russell Roe
May 2024 issue

Nature Conservancy Reaches a Milestone

Group has protected 1 million acres in Texas.

May 2024 issue

Ask a Warden: How Do I Keep My Family Safe While Boating?

Here are my top 5 water safety tips.

By Wei-Wei Lin
May 2024 issue

Several Texas Birds Are Getting New Names

More than 70 American and Canadian birds named after people will get new names in the coming years.

Photo by Ian Davies | Macaulay Library
May 2024 issue

Gulf Coast Bird Swims Underwater

Anhingas are adapted to swim underwater, but they've got to dry their wings afterward.

Bill Rhodes Bill Rhodes
April 2024 issue

Mustang Island Helps in Recovery of Aplomado Falcons

Coastal park plays a key role in the recovery of birds of prey

Melissa Gaskill Melissa Gaskill
April 2024 issue

Ask a Grackle: Why Do You Eat Chicken Nuggets?

Our omnivorous diet means we eat lots of things.

By The Grackle
April 2024 issue

Urban Rookeries Can Create Human Vs. Wildlife Conflicts

For some residents, rookeries are fascinating nesting habitats, and for others, they are a nuisance.

Story by Lerrin Johnson
April 2024 issue

100-Mile Laguna Madre Is a Biodiversity Haven on Texas Coast

Remote, shallow and salty Laguna Madre offers good times and conservation opportunities.

By Whitney Bishop
April 2024 issue

Ask a Warden: What Are Some Ways to Introduce My Family to Fishing?

Texas Game Warden Wei-Wei Lin offers tips on getting started.

By Wei-Wei Lin
January/February 2024 issue

When Were the Last Jaguars Seen in Texas?

On the historical trail of Texas’ biggest native cat.

Story by Scott Dubois
January/February 2024 issue

Tiny San Marcos River Fish Is Declared Extinct

The gambusia, found in the upper reaches of the San Marcos River, was declared extinct in October.

Story by Bob Edwards
January/February 2024 issue

Javelinas Keep It All in the Family

The pig-like mammals travel in groups as they hunt for food.

Story by Bill Rhodes
January/February 2024 issue

Try These Phone Apps to Enhance Your Knowledge of Nature

Turn your phone into a botany expert, star chart, bird identifier or nature trail guide.

Story by Ariel Slick
January/February 2024 issue

Whooping Crane Population Staying Above 500

The large birds migrate 2,500 miles from Canada to Texas' Aransas National Wildlife Refuge.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
January/February 2024 issue

Ask a Grackle: Where Do Kids Even Hang Out Anymore?

Have you checked the H-E-B parking lot?

Story by The Grackle
October 2023 issue

Mystery Solved: Big Bend Species Is a New Spider Family

Unique molecular and anatomical characteristics distinguish the species.

October 2023 issue

Meet the Game Warden Who Writes Children’s Books

Law enforcement officer aims to educate kids about conservation.

By Jen Shugert
August/September 2023 issue

Rarely Seen Cuckoo Spotted in Birding Competition

Birder causes a stir with sighting in Galveston.

Story by Kristen Tibbetts
August/September 2023 issue

Birds Everywhere: Audubon Marks 100 Years of Coastal Bird Conservation in Texas

Conservation group started by protecting nesting islands along coast.

Story by Lisa Gonzalez and Larry McKinney