A federal judge in Brooklyn today sentenced two men for trafficking protected birds and eggs into the United States in violation of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Dr. John Waldrop of Cataula, Georgia, was ordered to pay a $900,000 fine […]
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The Gulf of Mexico is home to some of the most iconic billfish species in the world: sailfish, blue marlin, white marlin, and broadbill swordfish. These sleek, powerful predators are prized by anglers and play a vital role in the
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Spring has returned and that means it’s time for catfish angling at Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Neighborhood Fishin’ lakes across the state. The program provides friends and families with the opportunity to reel in catfish close to home
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Unlike other agricultural commodities, timber is currently ineligible for disaster relief tools such as crop insurance or safety net programs. Moreover, the tax code fails to recognize the true value of timber lost in natural disasters, leaving private forest landowners
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In 2018, an idea began to emerge in Okaloosa County, Florida which would lead to offshore changes that only a few could imagine at the time. Captain Kelly Windes, a former county commissioner, was suggesting the creation of the first
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As the Texas coast warms up in spring, speckled trout –specks-start feeding more aggressively, making it prime time for anglers to chase these silver predators. Here are the top tips for targeting specks in springtime, point-by-point: 1. Target Warm Water
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In a scientific milestone that sounds more like science fiction, Dallas-based Colossal Biosciences has announced the birth of three dire wolves—marking the first successful de-extinction of an animal in history. The once-extinct dire wolf, which disappeared more than 12,500 years
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Hand-carved decoys and their makers are an important part of Delta Waterfowl’s history, with strong connections to the Ducharme and Ward families in Manitoba. To honor and celebrate decoy-making traditions across the continent, Delta is sponsoring “Carver’s Corner” at the
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The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation supplied funding to help a collaborative partnership conserve 406 acres of habitat for elk, whitetail deer, wild turkey, grouse and other wildlife in western North Carolina. The White Oak Mountain acreage was under threat of
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today announced over $1.3 billion in apportionments to support states, commonwealths and territories in their efforts to fund conservation and connect people with nature. This critical funding is generated by manufacturers who paid federal
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announces the 2025 Lone Star Land Steward Ecoregion Award winners. This year’s award winners represent a variety of conservation efforts, ecosystems and accomplishments, all of which display excellence in natural resource management and stewardship.
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In the waning days of the 2025 Toyota ShareLunker collection season, Toledo Bend and O.H. Ivie put an exclamation point on the season with a combined four Legacy Class ShareLunkers. These massive largemouth bass capped off an extraordinary run of six over
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In January, Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Richard Hudson (NC-09) introduced H.R. 38, the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, with support from over 120 House Republicans. The legislation seeks to establish nationwide reciprocity for concealed carry permits, allowing licensed gun
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has received confirmation of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 (RHDV2) in multiple black-tailed jackrabbits in Runnels County. This marks the 35th county in the state to have a confirmed wild detection since March 2020, according
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has designated Lake Nasworthy, near San Angelo, as “infested” with invasive zebra mussels. This designation signifies there is an established reproducing population present in the lake. TPWD confirmed the presence of zebra mussel
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With sea turtle nesting season beginning on the Texas coast, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is urging everyone using Texas beaches to do their part to help detect and protect threatened and endangered sea turtles on the beach. This
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As paddlers take to Texas’ lakes, rivers and coastal waters, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds everyone to prioritize safety while kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding. With warmer weather drawing more outdoor enthusiasts to the water, following essential safety practices
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Are warthog populations expanding in Texas? According to this photo sent to us from Mike Fewell last month, there are absolutely free-ranging warthogs in South Texas in Dimmit County. UPDATE: New video on Texas warthogs here. “My brother took the
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When loading up the coolers and tackle for a run offshore few people have squid on their mind. This isn’t a shocker, since the allure of fish like tuna or mahi-mahi is usually what drives us to burn up countless
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Artificial intelligence – A.I.-is making it easier than ever for anglers to stretch the truth about their biggest catches. From fabricated photos to completely invented fishing trips, AI-generated content is giving new life to the age-old tradition of “fish stories”—often
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