Texas parks department warns not to touch baby animals as 'fawning season' approaches

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is reminding residents that baby animals, while cute, are best left alone. In fact, state law prevents human meddling.

Texas Hill Country state park's near-doubling will add 'rare plant community'

A Texas state park located between Austin and San Antonio is nearly doubling in size, the state parks department has announced. The addition will add almost 200 acres of land, including an area of rare native plant life.

Roadkill found in freezer at Chinese restaurant, police say

Police in Pineville, Louisiana, are investigating a local restaurant after officers found a deer believed to be roadkill stored in a freezer with food.

Runaway kangaroo spotted on Texas highway

A coffee truck owner stranded on a highway in North Texas got quite the surprise while waiting for a tow truck.

Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county

The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.

Maine lobsterman found dead after boat discovered adrift overnight

A 63-year-old Maine lobsterman was found dead after his boat was discovered running unattended overnight, sparking a search in coastal waters.

Osprey attempts to steal fish from bald eagle

A man captured rare footage of an osprey attempting to scavenge a fish from a bald eagle on a lake in British Columbia.

Texas launches first all-digital state wildlife action plan in the nation

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s new digital action plan provides a real-time roadmap for conservation and secures $3 million in annual federal funding for rare species.

Rescued humpback whale stranded again in Germany’s Baltic Sea

A humpback whale that was freed after days trapped in shallow waters at a Baltic Sea resort in Germany has become stranded again.

Where to see bluebonnets in DFW: Best spots for 2026 early blooms

Spot early bluebonnets in DFW! From Ennis driving trails to Dallas parks, here is the 2026 guide to peak blooms, top locations like Cedar Hill and Plano, plus essential safety and etiquette tips.

Texas experts predict 'moderate' bluebonnet season due to dry fall and warm winter

Texas experts predict a "moderate" 2026 bluebonnet season due to a dry fall. While the iconic blooms may be scattered, species like the Carolina jessamine are thriving across the state.

Texas State Parks smash records with massive 2026 First Day Hike turnout

Texas State Parks set a national record on New Year’s Day 2026, with 12,835 participants logging over 28,000 miles to achieve record-high turnout for the fourth consecutive year.

2 baby bald eagles hatch near Dallas during Texas Winter Storm

Two bald eagle chicks successfully hatched during a freezing winter storm at a North Texas wetlands center and are now being monitored by thousands of viewers via a 24/7 live-stream.