Adventures with a
Modern Texas Naturalist
Highlighting the people, places and wild others of the Lone Star State.
Recent Blogs
Secretive Salamanders of East Texas (Part 2)
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March 18, 2021
At first glance, this salamander appears unremarkable and muted but closer inspection reveals contrast, pattern, and color. Individuals are variable but some will show an impressive stripe of autumn red coloration along the back half and tail.
Golden-cheeked Warbler is Back!
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March 9, 2021
Golden-cheeked Warblers (GCWA) are beginning to arrive within their Hill Country haunts. The folks at Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center reported at least one …
Secretive Salamanders of East Texas (Part 1)
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February 15, 2021
“This is it. We’re launching towards East Texas in search of salamanders. Almost all of which will be new to us.” – …