Nature
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Reptilandia-Reptile Lagoon – Largest and most diverse presentation of reptiles and amphibians in the Hill Country
By J Carol Richards As a young boy growing up in New York, Quetzal Dwyer kept animals as...
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From Texas to the Tetons: Tony Maples
By living on the road and sharing his passion for photography with others, Tony has become a true...
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Man Gets Stung by a Texas Velvet Ant or ‘Cow Killer’ on Purpose
You might want to watch out for these insects when you're going on a hike! In this video, Peterson...
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The Lacey Oak Tree Loves Calling the Hill Country Home
Once upon a time, an aristocratic Englishman came to the Texas Hill Country and discovered a unique oak...
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5 Facts About the Texas Coral Snake that Might Surprise You
The Texas coral snake is so shy, docile, and misunderstood that it doesn’t get nearly the same hype...
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What Not To Do When Helping a Turtle Cross the Road
There are a few key things to keep in mind when you're working to help a turtle cross...
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Texas Centipedes: 3 Things You Probably Don’t Want to Know
When you move to the Hill Country or visit here, no one warns you about Texas centipedes. Here...
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An Easy Food Recipe to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Backyard
Globally, there are over 300 species of hummingbirds, nine of which can be found in Texas from mid-March...
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Watch This Video of Bears Climbing the Walls of Santa Elena Canyon
With walls upwards of 1,500 feet, Santa Elena Canyon has the tallest cliffs forming this Texas canyon, but...
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Venomous Texas Spiders: Which Two Species to Look Out For
Texas is home to lots of spiders; only two species are considered dangerous. The black widow and the...
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What Orange Ladybugs Really Are and Why They Are a Threat
Although most ladybugs are harmless and good for the environment, the recently introduced orange ladybug (Asian Lady Beetle)...
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Tony Maples: Texas Hill Country Photographer of the Year
Tony Maples Named Texas Hill Country Photographer of the Year for Stunning Landscapes and Dedication to Photography Education
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What’s YOUR Big Bend Story? Explore Real Texas Beauty
The “Big Bend” in the Rio Grande River in west Texas is a place where stories...
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Bald Eagles in Texas are Making a Comeback: Where You Can See Them
Bald eagles in Texas? Yes! In recent years the population has been expanding. Once upon a time, bald eagles...
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Whooping Cranes Return to Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
Over 500 Whooping Cranes, North America’s tallest bird, migrate to Aransas National Wildlife Refuge for their winter home....
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The Giant Spider Web that Swallowed Up Trees in Texas
Everything is bigger in Texas, even the spiderwebs. More than just creepy, a massive spider web in Texas was...
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The Texas Asp: Do Not Pet This Cuddly-Looking, Fuzzy Caterpillar
The Texas asp may look cuddly and harmless, but they are anything but! This venomous caterpillar is the...
