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Judy and Tim Turner looking at a turn-of-the-20th Century collection of hummingbirds.
July 14, 2026

The Turners: a rare specimen of Aggie generosity

Ranching couple’s gift finds natural home at Texas A&M biodiversity collection

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Environment Science & Tech
Hands hold a Wilson's snipe
June 18, 2026

Research shines a light on the elusive Wilson’s snipe migration

Texas A&M graduate student uncovers new insights into migratory shorebird conservation and behavior

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Environment Farm & Ranch Press Releases
A hummingbird drinks from a flower mid-air.
June 16, 2026

How to attract hummingbirds to your yard

Simple tips for feeders, flowers and supporting their migration

Environment Lawn & Garden Trending Posts
A landscaped backyard features a gazebo with outdoor seating, as well as a small pond surrounded by plants and rocks.
April 7, 2026

Learn how to create and care for a wildlife pond in your backyard

AgriLife Extension expert shares tips for planning, design and maintenance

Environment Lawn & Garden Trending Posts
A barn swallow perched on a ventilation pipe extending from a brick wall.
March 3, 2026

Tips to prevent problematic barn swallow nests before they appear

Federal law prohibits disturbing barn swallows once they nest, so take preventative action now

Environment Lawn & Garden Trending Posts
A person in a plaid shirt looks through binoculars in a wooded area.
December 1, 2025

Listening to nature, one bird call at a time

Texas A&M’s Carmen Reisdorf ’27 built a citizen science project linking AI, ecology and global volunteers

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Environment Science & Tech
Yellow bird standing on tree limb
November 5, 2025

Backyard bird habitats focus of Nov. 19-20 virtual seminar 

AgriLife Extension event will provide design strategies for attracting birds to home landscapes 

Environment Event Advances
Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
March 27, 2025

Community ecologist joins Texas A&M Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology

Ausprey to lead research on biodiversity adaptation in dynamic ecosystems

Environment
A barn swallow sits on a sprinkler head attached to a building.
March 18, 2025

Tips to prevent barn swallow nests this spring

Federal law prohibits disturbing barn swallows once they nest, so take preventative action now

Environment Lawn & Garden Trending Posts
A photo of Andrew Kasner outdoors.
February 21, 2025

New researcher to advance intersection of wildlife and land management   

Kasner joins Texas A&M AgriLife Research to expand wildlife conservation and outreach

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Farm & Ranch Press Releases
A group of individuals use binoculars and cameras while birding.
January 2, 2025

Registration open for Birding the Border set for May 1-4 in Del Rio

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service program provides unprecedented opportunities for birders of all skill levels

Environment Event Advances
A group of birdwatchers using binoculars.
October 23, 2024

Learn to Bird 2024 scheduled for Nov. 8-10 in Sherman

Event provides unique birding experience for beginners 

Event Advances
A woman outdoors holding binoculars and smiling.
October 17, 2024

New faculty member brings avian expertise to Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management

Long will add to applied wildlife management and conservation curriculum  

Around Texas A&M AgriLife
A pollinator on a purple flower
October 14, 2024

Texas Master Naturalist Program receives award to support native pollinators statewide

H-E-B Grocery Company funds projects through Pollinators for Texas initiative

Around Texas A&M AgriLife Environment
A raptor flies against a blue sky.
July 26, 2024

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to host Raptor Week Aug. 12-16

Virtual birding seminar features experts from across Texas and beyond

Environment Event Advances
A painted bunting vocalizes in the top of a tree.
June 27, 2024

Migratory bird habitat webinar scheduled for July 11

Program covers how to select, build a bird habitat around a home

Environment
March 11, 2024

Wild turkeys are strutting into spring

Environment Farm & Ranch
January 23, 2024

Registration now open for Birding the Border May 3-5 in Del Rio

Environment Event Advances Life & Health
February 9, 2023

What is avian influenza?

Disease a major cause of higher egg prices, poultry population impacts

Farm & Ranch Life & Health
The inside of a small chicken coop with a feeder and a nesting loft accessed by a ramp. Chickens of various colors roam inside the coop.
February 16, 2022

Avian flu cases raise concern

Spread of highly pathogenic virus highlights need for strict biosecurity

Farm & Ranch