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Hatchlings, Nestlings, and Fledglings: How to Tell if that Baby Bird Needs your Help.

Picture this: you’re taking a walk through your neighborhood, your backyard, or a local nature trail, and you find a baby songbird lying on the ground. The bird doesn’t look sick or injured, it’s just…on the ground. It doesn’t fly away when you approach it, and you get a distinct impression that it can’t fly. Maybe it’s making a lot of noise, or maybe it’s standing perfectly still and trying to hide. […]

By |February 19th, 2018|Wildlife|Comments Off on Hatchlings, Nestlings, and Fledglings: How to Tell if that Baby Bird Needs your Help.

How Wild Animals Cope With Cold Weather

Over the last few millennia, humans have come up with a variety of ways to keep warm when it’s cold outside. We bundle up in jackets and scarves, we consume warm foods and drinks, and we even build fires inside of our homes to keep our temperatures—and our spirits—up. But while some people couldn’t imagine surviving the winter without these comforts, wild animals manage to do so year after year. How? […]

By |January 11th, 2018|Wildlife|Comments Off on How Wild Animals Cope With Cold Weather

What To Do If a Wild Animal Is In Your Yard

“There’s a Bobcat on the Porch!”

What would you do if you went outside to get some fresh air and saw a coyote cutting across your backyard? How would you react if you heard a ruckus near your garbage cans and found a bobcat rifling through your trash? Would you respond well to a bear trying to knock down your birdfeeder? […]

By |December 13th, 2017|Wildlife|Comments Off on What To Do If a Wild Animal Is In Your Yard

“Are Bats Really Blind?” More Questions and Answers About Unique Wildlife Behavior

A few months ago, we answered some common questions that people tend to have about wildlife behavior. Well, we had so much fun with that post that we’ve decided to do it again! Here are three more explanations for animal behavior and biology that often leave humans scratching their heads in confusion…or shaking their fists in annoyance: […]

By |December 5th, 2017|Wildlife|Comments Off on “Are Bats Really Blind?” More Questions and Answers About Unique Wildlife Behavior

“Red and Yellow; Catch a Fellow” Venomous Snakes of North Texas

Here’s a fact that will make a lot of people uncomfortable: there are venomous snakes in North Texas. When we think about pest animals, we tend to picture woodland critters like skunks, opossums, mice, and rats. But it is entirely possible for a venomous snake to wander onto your property, too! […]

By |November 1st, 2017|Wildlife|Comments Off on “Red and Yellow; Catch a Fellow” Venomous Snakes of North Texas

Preventing Forest Fires While Camping

As we leave summer behind us and head into autumn, more and more people are taking advantage of cooler weather by spending time outside. Temperatures in Texas are notoriously unpredictable, so folks who are interested in camping and hiking may want to take a trip sooner rather than later. But here’s something to keep in mind: […]

By |October 12th, 2017|Wildlife|Comments Off on Preventing Forest Fires While Camping

Salmonella 101

Salmonellosis, or Salmonella Poisoning if that first name wasn’t scary enough, is a type of illness brought on by exposure to certain strains of salmonella bacteria. Food, water, and other items tainted with salmonella usually look and smell normal, but if the destructive bacteria finds its way into your stomach and intestines, it can wreak total havoc on your digestion—and ruin your entire week. […]

By |October 11th, 2017|Wildlife|Comments Off on Salmonella 101

Tips for Dealing with Pest Birds on Your Property

Let’s talk about birds.

On one hand, they can be beautiful, delightful creatures that make unique sounds and fascinate us with their mastery of flight. On the other hand, they can be loud, obnoxious pests that leave huge messes in their wake. It’s probably this duality that causes some people to adore birds and other people to really loathe them! […]

By |September 21st, 2017|Wildlife|Comments Off on Tips for Dealing with Pest Birds on Your Property

Celebrate National Wildlife Day on September 4th

Mark your calendars, folks: National Wildlife Day is on September 4th!

According to their official website, the goals behind National Wildlife Day are: […]

By |August 31st, 2017|Wildlife|Comments Off on Celebrate National Wildlife Day on September 4th

Reasons to Keep your Cat Indoors

“Is it cruel to make a cat live indoors full-time?”

That question can set off a flurry of debate among cat owners, with folks often feeling strongly one way or the other. Some people genuinely believe that keeping a cat inside and denying it the opportunity to hunt and wander is unethical, while others can’t stand the idea of their cat roaming around with no supervision or protection. […]

By |August 16th, 2017|Wildlife|Comments Off on Reasons to Keep your Cat Indoors