Wilbur, Porky, Babe and Piglet might come to mind when you think of famous pigs. But a number of less adored swine are making headlines lately…Feral Hogs. Read the latest article to learn more about this destructive and invasive species.
More than 600 species of birds have been spotted in Texas. How many can you identify? Check out the latest Environmental Services blog for tips on how to step up your bird watching skills.
Halloween is just a few weeks away and many of us will be scaring ourselves silly with stories about ghosts, goblins and ghouls. Maybe you don’t believe in these monsters but what about the spooky creatures that do exist? Come learn about the mysterious, the creepy and the crawly bugs that are the real blood suckers, zombies and body snatchers of the world.
The only mammals capable of flying, bats are fascinating creatures that are often underappreciated. These 5 facts about bats offer just a glimpse into their world. Learn more at the upcoming Walk in the Woods Nature Lecture Series on September 12, 2019.
Herpetophobia is the morbid fear of snakes. While they may provoke phobia in some, snakes are amazing animals with some pretty striking (please pardon the pun) attributes. Check out the list of some of them below. Where you’ll find them… Snakes can live in almost any environment, ranging from jungles and deserts to lakes and
