All Wildlife & Conservation Articles

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
March 2024 issue

Foraging for Mushrooms Yields a Delicious Reward

Mushroom hunting can seem intimidating, but Texas is home to many tasty edible species.

Story by Eva Frederick
March 2024 issue

Ask a Warden: What Do I Do if I Find a Baby Bird?

The best rule is to leave wildlife alone.

Story by Wei-Wei Lin
March 2024 issue

Ask A Grackle: Some (Bad) Advice on Lice

Don't trust the Grackle's tips for getting rid of the itchy critters.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
March 2024 issue

The Texas Tribal Buffalo Project Is Connecting Native People With Their History and Heritage

Project leader Lucille Contreras hosts camps and events for Native children.

Story by Eva Frederick
March 2024 issue

Vinegaroons Sport Whip-Like Tails and Spray Acid

These weird and wonderful arachnids live in West Texas.

Story by Bill Rhodes
March 2024 issue

O.H. Ivie Lake Is on a Record Run for Big Bass

This Texas lake filled the ShareLunker books since 2021.

Story by Kirk McDonnell
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
August/September 2023 issue

Is It a Bighorn or an Aoudad?

The two species share many similarities.