wildlife

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.

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.

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.'

Police get a call about a kangaroo loose in the park.

Beach? Sounds good! Rattlesnakes? Hard no ...

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.

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.

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.

"Santa Elena Canyon has the tallest cliffs forming this Texas canyon, but it also has something else quite unique, rock-climbing bears."

Be aware of the Southern Flannel Moth in Texas.

Now, I've heard hawks flying over from time to time. However, this has been...different.

Honestly, even when I thought they WERE ladybugs, and was smiling despite their infiltration into my home--I was also a little creeped out.