Wildlife

The publication describes how to manage a variety of species specifically throughout Texas. Covering grazing, hunting, and endangered species management are Compatible Practices. Successful managementt of livestock and wildlife is also found not only on public land but on private land as well. (16 pages)

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 […]

Learn about one of Texas’ native big game species, the collared peccary, also known as the javelina. Often confused with feral hogs, javelinas have their own unique physical and behavioral traits that set them apart.

The Texas Wildlife Services Program provides statewide leadership in the science, education and practice of wildlife management to protect the state’s agricultural, industrial and natural resources, as well as the public’s health, safety and property.

In the Natural Resources project area, youth gain knowledge and experience in a variety of outdoor topic areas such as water conservation, outdoor living skills, forestry, fishing, and more. Young Texans involved in these projects are introduced to a vast array of educational and fun opportunities to be immersed in the world around them.

Birding with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is a comprehensive set of programming and resources related to birding in Texas.