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A white-tailed deer doe nuzzles her fawn in the forest.
April 8, 2025

Five important reminders when finding ‘orphaned’ wildlife

Texas A&M AgriLife expert shares advice to keep young wildlife wild

A closeup of a person using binoculars.
April 3, 2025

Texas Master Naturalist earns Conservation Wrangler designation

Statewide conservation nonprofit Texan by Nature recognizes program’s impacts

Eleven people stand in front of a banner holding ribbons and awards.
March 28, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife wildlife management earns statewide recognition

Faculty, staff, student research, contributions earn awards from Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society

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

A man tilling a field
March 26, 2025

Landowner education series slated for April 14-May 12 in Waco

Course geared toward understanding and managing land effectively

An ornate box turtle crosses and unpaved road.
March 25, 2025

Why are more turtles crossing Texas roads?

Texas A&M AgriLife experts explain the increased activity and how to help safely

Urs Kreuter (right) receiving an award from Jeffrey Savell.
March 21, 2025

Texas A&M rangeland science expert Kreuter retires

Legacy includes pioneering research, global impact and mentorship in land and resource management

Dr. Sorin Popescu holding a UAV in his lab.
March 20, 2025

Ecoinformatics researcher advances conservation science

Emerging, cutting-edge field bridges technology, data and real-world application

A gopher snake.
March 12, 2025

Five ways to prevent negative encounters with snakes this spring

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share advice on how to avoid bites and coexist peacefully

A javelina walks out of the brush.
March 6, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife fills critical knowledge gaps on javelina

Research to provide insight on status and management needs of the native game species

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

A common buckeye butterfly flying among flowers.
February 7, 2025

Texas Master Naturalist Program announces 15 chapter awards for the Pollinators for Texas Initiative

Projects to support native pollinators statewide

Roel Lopez, Ph.D., stands in an open field.
February 7, 2025

Roel Lopez named 2025 Conservationist of the Year

Houston Safari Club Foundation recognizes Lopez for his visionary leadership and decades of contributions to wildlife conservation

A man on a horse watches over a cattle herd.
February 4, 2025

Land Trends Report highlights status of Texas’ agricultural lands

Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute publication illustrates 25 years of population, land-use, land value changes

Five individuals use cameras and binoculars in an outdoor setting.
January 6, 2025

Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management debuts two new undergraduate academic programs

Innovative degree emphasis and accelerated graduate program provide solid, interdisciplinary foundation for conservation careers.

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

Three people in the military walk down a rural dirt path.
December 27, 2024

Advancing military readiness and ecological resiliency in the Hill Country

Texas A&M Natural Resources Institute facilitates private land conservation through the Camp Bullis Sentinel Landscape

A man stands with his arms folded. He s wearing a blue checkered short and he has a gray beard.
November 27, 2024

New research reveals older animals’ role in species survival

Texas A&M expert aids global study on how longevity conservation helps wildlife populations

David Baltensperger receives an award from the Crop Science Society of America
November 22, 2024

Texas A&M Department of Soil and Crop Sciences expertise recognized at international conference

Faculty, students earn national titles, awards

an individual who is pruning a hedge
October 30, 2024

Landscape Maintenance category training set for Nov. 13 in Fort Worth

Class will prepare individuals for Texas Department of Agriculture exams