Agrilife Extension Resources

White-nose Syndrome (WNS) is a deadly disease that affects hibernating bats and is caused by the cold-adapted fungus Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd). Pd can be found on the ground and substrate of cold, damp, and dark places, such as caves and other structures that are often used as winter roosts (or "hibernacula") by hibernating bats. Bats […]

Game meat is defined as, "the meat of any animal that is hunted for food or sport instead of being raised on a farm." Examples include deer, elk, wild hogs, and game birds such as quail, pheasants, or turkeys. Game meat needs to be handled and stored properly to keep it from spoiling or growing […]

This publication discusses the characteristics and control of bats, as well as some safety considerations for handling bats.

Snares can be used when a single feral hog and this publication gives steps on how to build a snare.

This book explains ways that landowners and governmental entities can work together to be good stewards of the public’s wildlife, using recreation, tax advantages, and cost shares as incentives.

This publication provides information on measures that can be taken to increase wild pig trapping and snaring success by reducing the interference of non-target species.

This 4th edition of the Texas Wildlife and Recreation CDE Study Guide incorporates revisions approved by the Texas FFA Career Development Events committee in July 2021. Revisions were made in plant listings and descriptions, and content was reviewed by subject matter experts and WAY Committee members. (187 pp.)

This publication discusses various methods for controlling tree squirrels.

This publication discusses the management of mole damage using traps, cultural controls, and habitat modifications.