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Living With Our Coyote Neighbors
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Coyotes [ [link removed] ] moved into Texas when wolves disappeared. These adaptable canines can swim, eat almost anything and have strong family bonds. But can they really be outrun by a roadrunner? Find out in Ranger Lane's video All About Coyotes [ [link removed] ].
It's not unusual to see coyotes in a city. But like all wild animals, you want them to keep a healthy distance. So don't attract coyotes by leaving food outside or letting your pets roam free, and keep pets on a leash when you walk them.
If a coyote gets too close for comfort, don't run – look it in the eye, wave your arms and make loud noises until it's gone. If you see one, report it [ [link removed] ] on iNaturalist. For more on sharing space with coyotes, watch our video Urban Coyotes [ [link removed] ].
3 Ways You Can Save Water for Wildlife
Otter in water at Brazos Bend SP, video link [ [link removed] ]
Water is the first link in the chain of life in Texas, and our wildlife gets it from the same places that supply our water. The more we draw from those sources, the less water is left for them. Try these 3 ways to help save water for wildlife [ [link removed] ]:
* Use a shut-off sprayer to wash your car or use a commercial carwash.
* Convert turf grass to groundcover, native plant beds – watering lawns is one of our most water-wasteful habits, converting even part of your lawn helps.
* Collect and reuse rainwater for watering your plants, car washing, etc.
A surprising variety of rebate programs for water-saving tactics are offered by many utility providers/cities – check with yours.
Want to help get the word out about water resources and the wildlife they support? Join us as a volunteer Texas Waters Specialist [ [link removed] ], we provide free training.
Build a Rainwater-collection Barrel – It’s Easy!
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Texas can conserve over 32 billion gallons of water annually by collecting rainwater [ [link removed] ] from just 10% of our residential roof area.
Save water for wildlife by collecting roof runoff with a rain barrel – use the water for plants or to wash your car. They're easy to make, watch the short video How to Build a Rain Barrel [ [link removed] ].
Chill Out Video: Warbler Woods
Warbler at Warbler Bird Sanctuary, video link [ [link removed] ]
Warblers and wrens and red dragonflies, oh my! Can you I.D. all the wildlife in this 2-minute video shot at Warbler Woods Bird Sanctuary [ [link removed] ]? Hint: the butterflies are not monarchs.
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Join the City Nature Challenge 4/28-5/1
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Over 400 cities across the world will participate in this year's City Nature Challenge [ [link removed] ], the free and fun wildlife-observation contest.
Join us! YOUR unique observations will help biologists better understand the wildlife of Texas – plus, your community needs your participation to win. It's easy:
* Find wildlife (animal, plant or fungus)
* Take a picture or record a sound anytime from 4/28 to 5/1
* Share using iNaturalist [ [link removed] ] online or the iNaturalist app
If you don't see your city listed [ [link removed] ], join the global community [ [link removed] ]. It's a great excuse for spending your day (or night) with wildlife! Check the FAQ [ [link removed] ] page for more info.
"A message from our non-profit partner Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation: "
*Enhancing the Wild in Texas State Parks*
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2023 marks 100 years of Texas State Parks, and Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation is raising $2 million [ [link removed] ] to fund much-needed projects at all state parks across Texas.
Many projects will enhance wildlife viewing opportunities. From a pontoon boat for marsh tours at Sea Rim State Park, to a Braille Trail to enrich the auditory experience for vision-impaired visitors at Caddo Lake, to spotting scopes and binoculars at parks across Texas, these projects will delight visitors for years to come.
A group of Centennial Champions are also going wild about this effort by matching all gifts dollar-for-dollar!
Give back [ [link removed] ] to the park closest to your heart. Donate [ [link removed] ] today!
Did You Know?
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology is offering a free download of their Hummingbirds of North America poster [ [link removed] ].
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