Nature
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Out of Africa: Selah, Bamberger Ranch Preserve in Johnson City
Featuring the scimitar-horned oryx, the Preserve works to educate through seminars and interaction, with respect to land stewardship...
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Diver Develops Friendship with a Fish That Has Lasted Two Decades
Although man's best friend may be considered a dog, a Japanese diver may argue that his relationship with...
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What Could Be Scarier Than a Tarantula? A Tarantula Hawk!
Many people are scared of tarantulas, but a lesser-known predator of the tarantula, the tarantula hawk wasp, is...
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Heart of Texas Wildlife Trails Give Texas Travelers an Insider’s Look at the Lone Star State
A joint effort between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and the Texas Department of Transportation, these maps...
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5 Stunning Texas Hill Country Sunsets to Take In
With picturesque rolling hills and wide open spaces, it is easy to see why sunsets are bigger and...
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4 Texas Hill Country Bat Facts That Are NOT For the Squeamish
When you visit the Bracken Bat Colony, you're sure to gain a new appreciation for the bats there,...
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What’s Bloomin’ This Summer?
Texas is known most for the wide open roads filled with wildflowers during the spring and summer months....
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Watch as Elephants Run to Rescue Calf That Fell Into the Water
After a baby elephant falls into a pool at a South Korean zoo, two adult elephants act quickly...
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Are There Bears in the Texas Hill Country and Should You Be Worried?
There have been recent sightings of black bears in the Hill Country. How many bears live here and...
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5 Hiking Trips Worth the Heat
You can hike despite the fact that it is sweltering outside. Check out these hiking trip opportunities that...
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Reintroducing the Horned Lizard Into the Hill Country
A familiar sight among the landscapes of the Texas Hill Country was the horned lizard.
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Watch These Beautiful Young Tigers Learn How to Swim
Tigers are powerful creatures on land and in the water.
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5 Natural Wonders of Texas You Won’t Want to Miss This Summer
The amazement you can experience from simply gazing on these natural wonders in Texas is beyond compare! Start...
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The Heat is On: Why is it So Hot During the Texas Hill Country Summers?
Texas Hill Country summers are brutally hot. That's no secret, but you may not know the many factors...
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Will the Rattlesnake Vaccine Save Your Dog’s Life?
Will the rattlesnake vaccine save your dog in the event of a venomous snake bite? Is it worth...
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Texas Hill Country Wildlife [QUIZ]
There is no shortage of opportunities to enjoy watching the wildlife of the Texas Hill Country. How many...
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Texas Horned Lizard Making a Comeback From the Brink
Once common across the state, the Texas horned lizard declined to a threatened state, but the numbers of...
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Officials Urging Texans to be Mindful When Visiting the Beach After 2 Sea Turtles Found Dead
Watch out for a record number of sea turtles on Texas beaches.
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Where to Find Lavender Farms in the Texas Hill Country
Lavender farms abound in the Texas Hill Country. Find just where you can go when you want to...
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5 Super Sites for Stargazing This Summer in Texas
For stargazing, go where city lights don't brighten the sky. Get a clear look at the night sky...
