Nature and Wildlife

Sep 24 2019, Valerie Villarreal

Big Spring watchdog named Citizen Scientist of the Year

Dallas environmental advocate Ben Sandifer was named Citizen Scientist of the Year by the Texas Stream Team. Photos courtesy of Ben Sandifer.

Sept. 24, 2019

A local environmental watchdog was recognized by a state-wide water agency for monitoring a Dallas County spring.

Last week, the Texas Stream Team announced that Ben Sandifer had been selected as the 2019 Citizen Scientist of the Year.

Sep 20 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Birds in steep decline since 1970s

Since the 1970s, North American bird populations have decreased by 3 billion due to habitat loss and industrial agriculture, according to a study led by Ken Rosenberg. The decline affects various species, except waterfowl, but conservation efforts could reverse this trend, emphasizing individual and large-scale actions.

Sep 17 2019, MINNIE PAYNE

Audubon Texas says climate change impacting birds

Audubon Texas is launching a Clean Energy Future Campaign to address climate change impacts on birds by transitioning to clean energy in DFW. Events in Dallas (Sept. 18) and Fort Worth (Sept. 24) aim to recruit volunteers from all demographics to support clean energy initiatives and habitat preservation efforts.

Sep 11 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Austin-based Montopolis to headline GSDFW Awards

At the 8th annual Green Source DFW Sustainable Leadership Awards on Nov. 14 at the Dallas Arboretum, Austin-based Montopolis will headline, performing "The Legend of Big Bend." The event celebrates North Texas green heroes, featuring awards, music, and a video tribute to Big Bend National Park.

Aug 27 2019, AMY MARTIN

North Texans to roll out 'green' carpet for state's naturalists

Texas Parks and Wildlife along with North Texas chapters of the Texas Master Naturalist Program will host the 2019 Conference in Rockwall. Photos courtesy of the North Texas Master Naturalist Chapter.

Aug. 27, 2019

Disneyland for nature nerds is coming to North Texas.

Aug 20 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

'Rewilding' urban areas can bring back biodiversity

Rewilding urban areas, like Dallas-Fort Worth, revives biodiversity balance by integrating natural habitats into city landscapes, attracting wildlife like birds, bees, and amphibians. Sparse population density allows North Texas to leverage open spaces and watershed networks for rewilding. Efforts include minimizing mowing, enhancing cultivated landscapes, and restoring riparian zones.

Aug 07 2019, MARSHALL HINSLEY

Fort Worth students survey turtles along Trinity River

Biologist and Paschal High School science teacher Andrew Brinker initiated a three-year Trinity River Turtle Survey to assess turtle populations in North Texas, amid urban development. Students collect, measure, and tag turtles for analysis, contributing to baseline data and gaining valuable research experience.

Aug 06 2019, MINNIE PAYNE

North Texas kids are learning to be master naturalists

North Texas kids are trained as Junior Master Naturalists at the City of Coppell’s Biodiversity Education Center and The Perot Museum. Targeting fourth to sixth-graders, these programs offer interactive learning and field trips, encouraging young people to appreciate and understand Texas ecosystems.

Jul 19 2019, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Film explores threats to Grand Canyon via epic hike

The documentary "Into the Canyon," screened by EarthxFilm, follows two journalists on a 750-mile Grand Canyon hike to highlight conservation issues like uranium mining. The free event on July 22 at the Angelika Film Center includes raffle prizes and a panel with Wendel Withrow and Robert Kent.

May 29 2019, JOHN KENT

Opinion: Save the orangutans - ditch the palm oil

One million species face extinction due to human activity, with orangutans critically endangered due to palm oil production. Dr. Birute Galdikas urges immediate action, such as avoiding palm oil products and supporting conservation initiatives, to prevent further habitat destruction and save orangutans from extinction.