Mule deer and black-tailed deer (collectively known as ‘mule deer’) are known for their uniquely large ears resembling those of a mule, earning them the species name hemionus meaning ‘half-mule’ according to the Mule Deer Foundation. They have mostly brown-gray coats […]
What’s The Difference Between A Mule Deer And A Blacktail? Read More »
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has announced a reward totaling $6,000 for information that would lead to an arrest about a Louisiana Black Bear that was found with a fatal gunshot wound in West Feliciana Parish on Oct. 7.
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Early in my career I pondered whether we would see truly massive speckled trout along the coast that resulted from special stockings. This was when genetic tinkering became a real thing for largemouth bass and research in private labs and
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After hearing a summary of public comment received, the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council took final action on a Framework Action that considers modifying the recreational closed season and the commercial trip limit. The Council chose to modify the
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists expect deer hunters statewide to have plenty of opportunities to fill freezers this season thanks to widespread, improved habitat conditions. “Overall, the 2023-24 deer hunting season is expected to be good in terms
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Per regulation, the Texas commercial and recreational public oyster harvest season opens Nov. 1 and closes April 30, 2024. In an effort to protect and restore oyster reefs showing signs of environmental stress, many shellfish harvest areas will be closed
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Community Archery Program is joining forces with Brazos Bend State Park on Nov. 11 to help the public “Explore Bowhunting.” The event gives participants an opportunity to learn more about hunting with a bow ahead
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Last year we looked at some of the world’s scariest animals and the response was great, so I thought it would be fun to look at some more creatures that inspire goosebumps during this Halloween season. Truly scary these creatures
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The Texas Parks & Wildlife Commission meets Thurs. Nov. 1-2. This meeting comes after several meetings in October to solicit angler opinions on speckled trout regulations. Trout are not currently on the agenda, but will they set an official proposal
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The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and its partners allocated $3,754,957 in grant funding to enhance nearly 5,000 acres of habitat for elk, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, turkey and a host of other wildlife species. “Arizona is home to a healthy
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This year, El Nino is in place heading into winter for the first time in four years, driving the outlook for warmer-than-average temperatures for the northern tier of the continental United States, according to NOAA’s U.S. Winter Outlook released today
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When it comes to fishing, every angler should understand the importance of using the right knots. With all of the twists and loops to remember, it can sometimes feel like a lot but these knots truly hold the key to
Best Fishing Knots for Every Angler’s Arsenal Read More »
Black panthers do not exist as a species. If you open any field guide to wild cats of the world, there will be no species as a “black panther”. All of the large black cats you see on television and
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The National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) confirmed the presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in domesticated swans in Nueces County. As expected by disease experts, HPAI is circulating among wild birds in Texas as fall migration begins for waterbirds
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Quail Forever is proud to announce a new chapter inTexas. Spread across America’s historic quail range, new ranks of chapter volunteers will provide a welcomed boost to habitat conservation work, hunter recruitment and advocacy efforts in their respective communities. Unique
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies today released the results of the 2022 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation. The survey, coordinated by the Service, shows that U.S. residents over the
Americans Spent Huge Money On Hunting, Fishing and Wildlife Read More »
Redfish nearly disappeared from our state’s coast, but now, they’re thriving, and Texas is known as the redfish state. Why? 14 anglers in Houston got together to save them and leave an incredible impact on our Texas coast. This is
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Campsites and many facilities at the Big Bend Ranch State Park Complex will be closed for the safety of park visitors during wildlife surveys Oct. 25 – 28. During the surveys, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Wildlife Biologists will be counting desert
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Lingering drought conditions throughout much of Texas could present challenges as waterfowl hunters prepare for the start of the new season. The dry habitat conditions in many parts of the state are not ideal for ducks and duck hunters, according
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is seeking public comment before its November Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting on proposed changes to carcass disposal regulations. TPWD will take public comment on the following proposed changes to the carcass movement and
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