texas wildlife

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is using Swormlure bait to fight the return of the New World Screwworm—a parasitic fly that threatens livestock, wildlife, and ranchers' wallets.

Imagine a town that literally dug through a hill for a train. That's Fredericksburg's ambitious spirit from over a century ago, and is now home to a stunning underground world.

A young black bear has been spotted near Midland County, Texas, prompting safety warnings from wildlife officials. Learn what to do if you see it.

A recent copperhead bite to a child in Lorena, Texas, highlights the low fatality rate of snake bites in Texas, urging caution and how to protect yourself as snake activity peaks.

A freaky fish with cannibal tendencies is lurking off the Texas coast. The sargassum frogfish is small, fast, and shockingly deadly.

Jellyfish and others like it are commonly found along Texas coastlines. Here's how to avoid them and how to treat stings if you accidentally step on one.

In Texas, pride runs deep—it's not just a state, it’s a way of life. Let’s take a closer look.

Texas wildlife officials are warning beachgoers to watch out for stingrays. These bottom-dwelling fish may sting if stepped on—causing intense pain and requiring medical care.

Cotton crops in Texas are under attack from tiny but destructive pests. From aphids to the devastating bollworm, here's how to protect your plants.

The endangered Kemp’s ridley turtle, the smallest sea turtle in the world, is nesting along the Texas coast in record numbers after decades of conservation.

Texas is full of natural beauty—but also full of stinging, biting, and poisonous creatures. From fire ants to poison ivy, learn how to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors.

Learn how to turn your Texas yard into a birdwatcher’s dream with these practical tips for feeder placement, seed types, and consistency.