wildlife

From deserts to swamps, there is a great variety of animals that are native to the Lone Star State. Unfortunately for many of them, their habitats are being turned into urban developments, leaving hundreds of species without homes.

According to KXAN based in Austin, Texas, "The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center released its official spring wildflower forecast for Central Texas Wednesday morning." A representative for the Wildflower Center told KXAN that the upcoming bluebonnet season is 'looking really good.'

They're cute, but a bite from these animals could make you or your pet extremely ill - and they could even be deadly. Why you should leave foxes and other wildlife alone. Plus, what are the signs an animal could have rabies. Read and learn what you can do to prevent the spread.

One of the deadliest animals in Texas isn't really all that dangerous.

Throughout most of New Mexico, you can pretty much mark yourself safe from bear encounters. There are many places though where you wanna keep your eyes open.

Beach? Sounds good! Rattlesnakes? Hard no ...

Once upon a time in Texas, black bears had been a hunting target to the point where their presence was almost nil. However, they're back according to Texas Parks and Wildlife.

Given that the Lone Star State has the largest number of snakes than any other U.S. state, it's good to be aware while enjoying our Texas lakes.

A very tiny animal that you may not have seen in the Texas is in danger of not being seen again. However, there might be change on the horizon.

These beautiful, endangered animals are being returned to the wild in an effort to build their numbers back up.

"Santa Elena Canyon has the tallest cliffs forming this Texas canyon, but it also has something else quite unique, rock-climbing bears."

The Lone Star State is home to many different animals. Some we love, like dogs and cats, and others can unnerve us, like one certain arachnid.