In the vast, arid expanses of Trans Pecos Texas lives Texas baddest rattlesnake-the Mojave. Known scientifically as Crotalus scutulatus, this serpent is revered and feared, not just for its presence, but for its uniquely potent venom. The Mojave rattlesnake, often […]
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Here’s part three of our 2024 ICAST tackle recap featuring key items that caught our eye on the show floor. Ugly Stik GX2 Spinning Rod: Meet the NEW Ugly Stik GX2, designed for enhanced toughness and performance. Known for its
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Here’s part two of our look at the new tackle innovations at the 2024 ICAST Show in Orlando, Fla. SPRO JC Elite MG Baitcasting Freshwater Reels: The Jason Christie Signature Model Casting Reel from Spro features a magnesium body and
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Here’s part one of our recap of the standout products that caught Texas Fish & Game’s eye at the 2024 ICAST show in Orlando, Fla. Turtle Box Gen 2: The Turtle Box Gen 2 is a highly durable and portable
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In 2003 officials with Texas A&M cloned a whitetail deer. It’s name was “Dewey”. After this a Texas rancher cloned dozens of deer according to a report from The Huffington Post that flew under the radar during the pandemic in
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Since the beginning of 2024 fiscal year (October 1, 2023) to date, U.S. Customs and Border Protection CBP officers and agriculture specialists assigned to the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) International Mail Facility (IMF) in coordination with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)
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Micro fishing, the pursuit of catching small fish like minnows, has gained popularity among angling enthusiasts who seek a unique and challenging experience. This niche sport involves using ultra-light tackle and specialized techniques to target fish that are often no
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NOAA Fisheries announces implementation of the final rule for recreational and commercial greater amberjack management measures in the Gulf of Mexico (Gulf). Regulations modifying the recreational fixed closed season become effective on August 1, 2024. All other regulations in this
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According to data from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), over 70% of freshwater lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and wetlands (by acreage) and over 42% of creeks, rivers, and streams (by mileage) are considered too polluted for primary contact recreation, such as swimming. On
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Have you ever been out fishing for speckled trout and caught several in a row that make a croaking noise? Those are males. According to studies, the ability of the male to produce this sound comes out during courtship and
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A volunteer firefighter and emergency medical services (EMS) crew member in Alpine, Texas, was arrested July 5 on suspicion of setting multiple brush fires in the area. David Matthew Neet, 44, of Alpine, Texas, was arrested by Brewster County Sheriff’s
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A recent article from a Texas news source mistakenly reported that “LeeBeth,” a great white shark tagged by the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, had been sighted off South Padre Island on July 10. However, data from the Sharktivity app shows
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There are few things more fun than catching speckled trout in the surf, especially on topwaters. Most anglers use walk-the-dog style plugs, but chuggers aka poppers can be extremely effective. Here’s how to use them. Look for calmer surf conditions,
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The Texas Parks Wildlife Department (TPWD) invites the greater El Paso community to learn about restoration of desert bighorn sheep to the Franklin Mountains. TPWD will host an educational event to provide information about the history, status, challenges and importance
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Texas coastal waters are home to some remarkable fishing records, many of which are unlikely to ever be broken. Here are five that we think will probably never be surpassed. Snook Weight: 57.50 pounds Date Caught: May 1, 1937 Location:
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Biologists from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) have completed an innovative study that tracked the movement and behaviors of largemouth bass at Toledo Bend Reservoir and Lake Fork. The goal of the multi-year initiative, which launched in 2020,
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A shark attack that involved multiple people July 4 at South Padre Island has been covered by dozens of media outlets with stories shared via thousands of social media accounts. On Monday morning, as I got my day started, I
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and paddlers to do their part to protect the Texas lakes we love from aquatic invasive species during the heart of boating season. “While we want everyone to have a great
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Hunters will have new opportunities and scenery this fall through the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) drawn hunt permits program. The program, which issues permits for drawn hunts on both public and private lands throughout Texas, is now accepting
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