This East Texas Hawk Won't Leave My Yard
After several days of calls, swoops, and unexpected encounters, one East Texas homeowner is wondering why a hawk seems determined to stick around.
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This Texas Lake Video Is Freaking People Out Again
A rattlesnake swimming in a Texas lake? This resurfaced video is surprising plenty of East Texans.
Can You Hear That? The State Mushroom of Texas Hisses When It Blooms
The Texas Star Mushroom, or Devil’s Cigar, is one of the rarest fungi in the world — found only in Texas, Oklahoma, and Japan. It “hisses” when it blooms and releases a puff of spores that look like smoke.
Looks Cute, Hurts BAD—Watch Out For This Texas Caterpillar!
Texans enjoying state parks and the outdoors are warned to avoid the Southern Flannel Moth caterpillar—its venomous hairs can cause intense pain and irritation.
Texas Woman’s Startling Snake Encounter on the Toilet is a Living Nightmare
I was talking with a friend a while back about the things we were most afraid of happening to us in real life, and she told me she'd had nightmares about being bitten by a snake while sitting on the toilet.
At the time, we both laughed heartily at the thought, as horrendous as it is, because although it seemed terrifying, it also seemed unlikely to happen in real life. So, when I read this story, it was shocking.
Weird. Watch and Listen to the Official Mushroom of Texas ‘Hiss’ as it Blooms
Uncover the secrets of the Devils Cigar, the Texas Star mushroom making headlines in Austin. Explore its unique biology, hissing sounds, and smoke like spores.
Texas Bluebonnets are Expected to Be Extra Gorgeous This Year–Best Time to Visit
According to KXAN based in Austin, Texas, "The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center released its official spring wildflower forecast for Central Texas Wednesday morning."
A representative for the Wildflower Center told KXAN that the upcoming bluebonnet season is 'looking really good.'
Nothing To See Here But A Kangaroo In A Texarkana Park
Police get a call about a kangaroo loose in the park.
Texas Beaches Offer Beauty And Serenity – And Deadly Snakes
Beach? Sounds good! Rattlesnakes? Hard no ...
This is Why Black Bears are Making a Comeback Here in Texas
Once upon a time in Texas, black bears had been a hunting target to the point where their presence was almost nil. However, they're back according to Texas Parks and Wildlife.
Here are the 10 Most Snake Infested Lakes in Texas
Given that the Lone Star State has the largest number of snakes than any other U.S. state, it's good to be aware while enjoying our Texas lakes.
Could The Texas Kangaroo Rat Be Extinct Soon?
A very tiny animal that you may not have seen in the Texas is in danger of not being seen again. However, there might be change on the horizon.