Nature
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THC Staff | September 23, 2016An Adorable Baby Anteater Was Born in the Houston Zoo
The Houston Zoo welcomes Rio, a newborn baby anteater that rides on its mother's back.
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THC Staff | September 22, 2016The ‘Houston Toad’ is Now Critically Endangered
This native Texas creature, the Houston toad, could rebound from possible extinction if conservation improves.
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Shannon Salas | September 22, 2016These Owls Will Steal Your Heart Away [WATCH]
Believe it or not, owls can be downright adorable. Watch this video and let these big-eyed, fluffy-feathered cuties...
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THC Staff | September 19, 2016This Photo Has People Convinced the Loch Ness Monster Exists
Nature photographer Ian Bremner recently captured a photo of what people are saying is Nessie the Loch Ness...
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THC Staff | September 19, 2016The Houston Zoo Welcomes a 29-Year-Old Gorilla
Angel the gorilla has traveled from the Denver Zoo to her new home in Houston.
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THC Staff | September 19, 2016This Jellyfish Webcam is Incredibly Soothing to Watch
The Monterey Bay Aquarium set up an incredible webcam where you can check out their jellyfish exhibit in...
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Shannon Salas | September 6, 2016Take a Hill Country Road Trip Courtesy of Our Fans [VIDEO]
A while back, TexasHillCountry.com put together a video compilation of photos submitted by our fans. Check out this...
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THC Staff | September 1, 2016Single Lightning Strike Kills Over 300 Animals
Last week, a storm brought down a single bolt of lightning that killed over 300 creatures at once.
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THC Staff | August 17, 2016Cute Squid Has Scientists Gasping with Excitement [WATCH]
The scientists of Nautilus Live who search the ocean for curiosities recorded this rare find last week and their reaction...
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THC Staff | August 16, 2016A Squirrel Stole a Go-Pro and Recorded an Amazing Video
Who knew that a squirrel could be such a great videographer?
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Matthew Monk | August 12, 2016Is that a Giant Hamster? Meet the Capybara in Buda.
A 120-pound rodent may not seem like the ideal pet, but Capybaras are tame, smart, and loyal. One...
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Donna Warfield Smith | August 11, 2016Lavender is the Best Natural Repellent for Scorpions
Lavender is not only beautiful and medicinal but is a natural repellent against insects, including the scorpion. Do...
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Shannon Salas | August 10, 2016Get Ready for the Most Amazing Meteor Shower Ever! [WATCH]
The night sky is fixin' to put on a display that will prove to be more fantastic than...
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Matthew Monk | August 5, 2016Get Lost at Lost Maples
Get lost at Lost Maples State natural Area. More than just a place go watch the leaves change,...
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Shannon Salas | August 4, 2016Take a Virtual Hike Through Inks Lake State Park
Since it's hotter than a fur coat in Marfa out there, here is a virtual hike through Inks...
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THC Staff | July 22, 2016Rare Underground Golden Mole Caught on Tape
This rare mole with a golden coat hardly ever surfaces from burrowing underground. Some lucky people caught a...
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Robert C. Deming | July 18, 2016Texas Hill Country Bat Wars Coming to a Cave Near You
Photo: eros.usgs.gov Weather radar picks up bats: Frio Cave (A), Bracken Cave (B), and the Congress Avenue Bridge...
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Texas Hill Country | July 13, 2016Discover the Facts About Exotic Animals Living in Texas
How many exotics are there in Texas? The first release of exotics onto Texas ranches occurred in 1930,...
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Marcy Stellfox | July 8, 2016Austin’s Mayfield Park Offers Wild Experience
Take a trip on the wild side. Explore Mayfield Park and mingle with two dozen free-roaming peacocks right...
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Matthew Monk | July 7, 2016Texas Water Safari, ‘The World’s Toughest Canoe Race’
Every summer in Texas, there is one event that separates the casual weekend warrior canoer from the most...
