Texas Wildlife

As you hit the trails this summer, remember: the Lone Star State is home to some slippery, slithery neighbors.

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.

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

Meet Vicki, the sloth bear with a personality as big as her appetite for insects. She's just arrived to steal the show at the Abilene Zoo.

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.

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.

From spiders to scorpions, Texas has its share of critters, but which ones are actually dangerous? You might be surprised.

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.

Nuisance animals like skunks, coyotes, and raccoons can wreak havoc in Texas yards—but shooting them comes with rules. Here’s what to know.

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.