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San Antonio Zoo opens largest habitat in 110 years, including Airbnb
Read full article: San Antonio Zoo opens largest habitat in 110 years, including AirbnbThe San Antonio Zoo officially opened its Naylor Savanna which features the largest habitat in zoo history. The habitat features three male giraffes, zebras, ostriches and rhinos.
New Texas laws strengthen domestic violence support, wildlife conservation, online safety for children
Read full article: New Texas laws strengthen domestic violence support, wildlife conservation, online safety for childrenSeptember isnāt just marked by meteorological fall or Labor Day, itās also when an array of state laws goes into effect.
Behind the scenes with San Antonio Zooās animal care staff for National Zookeeper Week
Read full article: Behind the scenes with San Antonio Zooās animal care staff for National Zookeeper WeekFor National Zookeeper Week, KSAT visited the staff at the San Antonio Zoo who say they are passionate about the health and happiness of animals.
At least 200 crocodiles crawl into cities as heavy rains hit northern Mexico, near Texas
Read full article: At least 200 crocodiles crawl into cities as heavy rains hit northern Mexico, near TexasIn the northern Mexico border state of Tamaulipas, across from Texas, heavy rains associated with Hurricane Beryl and the earlier Tropical Storm Alberto have led at least 200 crocodiles to enter urban areas.
Nearly 40 alligators removed from South Padre Island sanctuary ahead of Tropical Storm Beryl
Read full article: Nearly 40 alligators removed from South Padre Island sanctuary ahead of Tropical Storm BerylNearly 40 alligators from the South Padre Island Birding, Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary were removed as Tropical Storm Beryl approaches the Gulf of Mexico.
Donāt feed the wildlife in New Braunfels, officials warn. Hereās why.
Read full article: Donāt feed the wildlife in New Braunfels, officials warn. Hereās why.Deer, ducks, geese, and squirrels are natureās lovely creatures, and you may want to feed their cute little faces. But the City of New Braunfels is reminding people not to feed the wildlife, and thereās a good reason for it.
Local counties reporting more rabies cases in months than in entire years; state veterinarian says itās not a spike
Read full article: Local counties reporting more rabies cases in months than in entire years; state veterinarian says itās not a spikeSeveral counties surrounding Bexar County appear to be experiencing bumps in the number of rabies cases, though a state veterinarian says itās not enough to qualify as a spike.
TPWD warns of bird disease outbreak and asks people to clean bird feeders, baths
Read full article: TPWD warns of bird disease outbreak and asks people to clean bird feeders, bathsThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is asking residents to clean bird feeders and baths due to an infectious disease spreading across the state.
San Antonio nonprofit requests donations to feed, care for orphaned wildlife
Read full article: San Antonio nonprofit requests donations to feed, care for orphaned wildlifeWildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation Inc., a local nonprofit organization that rescues and rehabilitates native Texas wildlife, is seeking donations to support its mission.
Whooping crane that hatched at Texas Zoo found shot and killed in Louisiana
Read full article: Whooping crane that hatched at Texas Zoo found shot and killed in LouisianaAuthorities are investigating after a rare whooping crane, which hatched at the Dallas Zoo last year, was shot and killed in Louisiana.
Hunters in Texas should expect to see improved harvests, opportunities due to spring rain
Read full article: Hunters in Texas should expect to see improved harvests, opportunities due to spring rainHunters in Texas should expect to see improved harvests and opportunities when the season opens due to better habitat conditions.
Grizzly bear attack leaves couple, their dog dead in Canada park
Read full article: Grizzly bear attack leaves couple, their dog dead in Canada parkAn attack by a grizzly bear has left two people dead in a national park in western Canada, and the bear was later killed by park rangers, officials said.
New parks with trails and educational facilities opening along Medina, San Antonio rivers
Read full article: New parks with trails and educational facilities opening along Medina, San Antonio riversThe San Antonio River Authority is opening a 74-acre park in West Bexar County and a 351-acre park in South Bexar County just in time for fall outings.
Video shows alligator swimming toward Girl Scout troop at Southeast Texas lake
Read full article: Video shows alligator swimming toward Girl Scout troop at Southeast Texas lakeA Girl Scout troopās trip to a Southeast Texas lake over the weekend turned into a terrifying encounter when they spotted an alligator swimming toward them.
San Antonio Zoo announces births of āone of the rarest crayfish speciesā in the US
Read full article: San Antonio Zoo announces births of āone of the rarest crayfish speciesā in the USThe San Antonio Zoo announced the hatchings of nearly 50 Oklahoma Cave Crayfish, āone of the rarest crayfish species in North America.ā
H-E-B releases conservation-focused documentary films as part of āOur Texas, Our Futureā campaign
Read full article: H-E-B releases conservation-focused documentary films as part of āOur Texas, Our Futureā campaignUnder its āOur Texas, Our Futureā campaign, the films bring attention to the work various organizations are doing in Texas to protect wildlife habitats, save endangered animal species and showcase the beauty of Texas.
Videos show manās ābucket listā sighting of badger on Padre Island
Read full article: Videos show manās ābucket listā sighting of badger on Padre IslandWhen Tom Howe visited Padre Island last week, he didnāt expect to see a badger in broad daylight, much less on the beach hunting for crabs.
Texas woman attacked by hawk after snake falls out of sky, lands on her
Read full article: Texas woman attacked by hawk after snake falls out of sky, lands on herA Texas woman says she feels like āthe luckiest person aliveā after a snake fell out of the sky and landed on her and was then attacked by a hawk.
Video: Bear spotted in Southern California backyard Jacuzzi amid summer heat
Read full article: Video: Bear spotted in Southern California backyard Jacuzzi amid summer heatWith the summer heat wave in full swing in Southern California, a backyard pool is a tempting place to take a dip. Even for a bear.
TPWD launches campaign to bring awareness to fatal Chronic Wasting Disease among Texas deer
Read full article: TPWD launches campaign to bring awareness to fatal Chronic Wasting Disease among Texas deerThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is launching a new campaign to help educate the public about a fatal neurological disease among deer known as Chronic Wasting Disease, or CWD.
āZombie deer diseaseā detected in more facilities in South Texas
Read full article: āZombie deer diseaseā detected in more facilities in South TexasA fatal neurological disease known as āzombie deer diseaseā has been detected in more animals in Frio and Zavala counties, southwest of San Antonio.
Invasive jellyfish washes up on Padre Island National Seashore
Read full article: Invasive jellyfish washes up on Padre Island National SeashoreThe Padre Island National Seashore says it recently received a ānot-so-welcome visitor.ā The invasive Australian Spotted Jellyfish, or Phyllorhiza punctata, was spotted on North Beach, PINS said.
515 acres added to Honey Creek State Natural Area in the Hill Country
Read full article: 515 acres added to Honey Creek State Natural Area in the Hill CountryThe Honey Creek State Natural Area in Spring Branch has grown by 515 acres, thanks to a $25 million acquisition that protects the area amid the commercial and residential development boom.
KSAT viewers share photos of squirrels āsplootingā around San Antonio, animals trying to keep cool in heat
Read full article: KSAT viewers share photos of squirrels āsplootingā around San Antonio, animals trying to keep cool in heatPhotos from KSAT viewers show theyāve been āsplootingā just about anywhere they can get some reprieve as temperatures soar in the San Antonio area.
Activists work to get giraffe removed from small enclosure in dusty Mexican border city
Read full article: Activists work to get giraffe removed from small enclosure in dusty Mexican border cityBenito the giraffe arrived in Mexicoās arid northern border city of Ciudad Juarez just last month, and already the climate appears to be a problem ā and he's only had to deal with the scorching heat of summer.
Seeing more snakes around town, or at the River Walk? TPWD says itās no surprise š
Read full article: Seeing more snakes around town, or at the River Walk? TPWD says itās no surprise šIf youāve noticed more snake sightings at the San Antonio River Walk or even in your neighborhood, itās not uncommon for this time of year.
US seeks help to find out who shot 4 bald eagles in Arkansas
Read full article: US seeks help to find out who shot 4 bald eagles in ArkansasFederal and state wildlife authorities are asking for the publicās help in catching whoever might be responsible for the deaths of four bald eagles in Arkansasā Marion County earlier this year.
Hereās why you shouldnāt handle or feed young or āabandonedā wildlife
Read full article: Hereās why you shouldnāt handle or feed young or āabandonedā wildlifePeople who see young animals alone in the wild and assume theyāre āabandonedā by their mothers should refrain from handling them.
Video shows officers āarrestā alligator walking near Tampa Bay stadium
Read full article: Video shows officers āarrestā alligator walking near Tampa Bay stadiumTampa police officers were called to a commercial part of town because of a disturbance, but it wasnāt a public brawl or anyone behaving in a disorderly manner.
Migratory Bird Fest returning to Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
Read full article: Migratory Bird Fest returning to Mitchell Lake Audubon CenterMitchell Lake Audubon Center is excited to bring back Migratory Bird Fest as we celebrate spring migration with a free, family-friendly community festival. This annual event will take place on Saturday, March 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
10-foot alligator found on side of road in Atascosa County. āIt was a heck of a sight,ā animal control chief says
Read full article: 10-foot alligator found on side of road in Atascosa County. āIt was a heck of a sight,ā animal control chief saysWhen the Atascosa County Animal Control responded to a call on Thursday morning, they were met with a toothy and scaly surprise.
āI donāt come out of the houseā: SE Side woman shares video of feral hogs roaming neighborhood
Read full article: āI donāt come out of the houseā: SE Side woman shares video of feral hogs roaming neighborhoodPeople in a Southeast Side neighborhood are getting the word out about a group of wild hogs that are roaming the streets.
Rabbit in Hill Country found with highly contagious disease that causes sudden death
Read full article: Rabbit in Hill Country found with highly contagious disease that causes sudden deathThe deadly Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 has moved eastward in Texas and was detected for the first time in the Hill Country.
Huge, ārareā American eel washes ashore on Mustang Island
Read full article: Huge, ārareā American eel washes ashore on Mustang IslandJace Tunnell with the University of Texas Marine Science Institute found a ārareā monster-like fish on Mustang Island near Port Aransas. Tunnell, who is the reserve director for the institute, posted a video of a dead 4-foot-long American eel.
Leaders encourage people to join in, conserve wildlife habitats at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
Read full article: Leaders encourage people to join in, conserve wildlife habitats at Mitchell Lake Audubon CenterDozens of volunteers used clippers and gloves while working together to clean a South Side wildlife site Saturday morning.
Highly contagious rabbit disease that causes sudden death detected in Texas for first time this winter
Read full article: Highly contagious rabbit disease that causes sudden death detected in Texas for first time this winterThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department said two desert cottontail rabbits and one black-tailed jackrabbit in El Paso County tested positive for the disease.
Cute video from San Antonio Zoo shows porcupine paying a visit to the lions
Read full article: Cute video from San Antonio Zoo shows porcupine paying a visit to the lionsElmer the porcupine is apparently not afraid of big cats at the San Antonio Zoo. The zoo posted a video of Elmer visiting the lions on Wednesday on Facebook.
Dozens of Florida manatees in rehab amid ongoing starvation
Read full article: Dozens of Florida manatees in rehab amid ongoing starvationMore than six dozen threatened manatees are currently in rehabilitation centers in Florida and elsewhere amid a chronic starvation problem caused by water pollution.
Texas State Aquarium releases endangered loggerhead turtles after months of treatment
Read full article: Texas State Aquarium releases endangered loggerhead turtles after months of treatmentThe Texas State Aquarium released nine loggerhead sea turtles into the Gulf of Mexico after they were rehabilitated at its program in Corpus Christi.
Injured bald eagle escaped crate during transfer on North Side, bird rehab organization says
Read full article: Injured bald eagle escaped crate during transfer on North Side, bird rehab organization saysA San Antonio bird rehabilitation organization is asking for the publicās help in searching for a bald eagle that escaped on Monday evening on the North Side.
Texas State Aquarium puts stranded loggerhead turtles in emergency housing at Port Corpus Christi after reaching capacity
Read full article: Texas State Aquarium puts stranded loggerhead turtles in emergency housing at Port Corpus Christi after reaching capacityThe aquarium decided to relocate its sea turtle operations to the nearby 26,000-square-foot Striker Building at the Port of Corpus Christi.
San Antonio Zoo debuts new wine that supports wildlife conservation
Read full article: San Antonio Zoo debuts new wine that supports wildlife conservationSan Antonio Zoo has partnered with the Director of Wine Making at Kerrville Hills Winery, John Rivenburgh, to create Conservino, a wine that will help conservation efforts in wildlife.
Briscoe Western Art Museum to host Q&A screening with the producer of āDeep in the Heartā
Read full article: Briscoe Western Art Museum to host Q&A screening with the producer of āDeep in the HeartāEmbark on a stunning visual journey, narrated by Mathew McConaughey, into the Lone Star stateās hidden natural wonders.
College wrestler saves teammate from grizzly bear mauling at Yellowstone
Read full article: College wrestler saves teammate from grizzly bear mauling at YellowstoneA college wrestler from a small Wyoming school helped his teammate survive a grizzly mauling over the weekend by trying to wrestle the massive bear off his friend, eventually drawing a more brutal attack to himself.
Texas Parks and Wildlife issues precautions for hunters, handlers as bird flu detected again
Read full article: Texas Parks and Wildlife issues precautions for hunters, handlers as bird flu detected againThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is asking hunters, wildlife rehabilitators and the public, in general, to be cautious when handling birds to help reduce the spread of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, or HPIA.
Shark kills US tourist snorkeling in Bahamas, police say
Read full article: Shark kills US tourist snorkeling in Bahamas, police sayAuthorities say a shark has attacked and killed a U.S. cruise ship passenger who was snorkeling in waters around the Bahamas. Tuesdayās attack involved a 58-year-old woman from Pennsylvania and occurred at a popular snorkeling spot near Green Cay in the northern Bahamas, police spokeswoman Chief Superintendent Chrislyn Skippings told The Associated Press.
Invasive Australian redclaw crayfish found in Texas; species can carry crayfish plague
Read full article: Invasive Australian redclaw crayfish found in Texas; species can carry crayfish plagueResearchers in the Rio Grande Valley discovered an invasive crayfish that can have a negative effect on native species and can also carry the crayfish plague.
Texas Parks & Wildlife proposes hunting zones to help stop āzombie deer diseaseā
Read full article: Texas Parks & Wildlife proposes hunting zones to help stop āzombie deer diseaseāThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department may add containment and surveillance zones to stem the spread of chronic wasting disease, or āzombie deer disease,ā in South-Central Texas.
TPWDās newest license plate features roadrunner, āone of the toughest birds aroundā
Read full article: TPWDās newest license plate features roadrunner, āone of the toughest birds aroundāThe Texas Parks and Wildlife released its newest conservation license plate that features āone of the toughest birds around.ā
Rescued manatee rehabilitated at SeaWorld San Antonio flown to Florida on cargo plane
Read full article: Rescued manatee rehabilitated at SeaWorld San Antonio flown to Florida on cargo planeAn ailing manatee that was found and rehabilitated in Texas late last year is now in Florida after being flown from Texas on a cargo plane.
Starving turtles are washing ashore on Port Aransas beaches, Texas State Aquarium says
Read full article: Starving turtles are washing ashore on Port Aransas beaches, Texas State Aquarium saysThe Texas State Aquarium is caring for eight sick loggerhead sea turtles that were found stranded on Port Aransas beaches, and theyāre among several others that were recently found dead or sick.
Big Bend National Park closes trail āuntil further noticeā due to significant bear activity
Read full article: Big Bend National Park closes trail āuntil further noticeā due to significant bear activityThe Window Trail in the Chisos Basin in Big Bend National Park is closed to public use until further notice.
WATCH: San Antonio Zoo officials urge Congress to pass Recovering Americaās Wildlife Act
Read full article: WATCH: San Antonio Zoo officials urge Congress to pass Recovering Americaās Wildlife ActThe Recovering Americaās Wildlife Act would deliver nearly $1.5 billion annually to fund state-level wildlife plans intended to help vulnerable species.
Texas wildlife officials, ranchers continue to use semi-automatic weapons to treat feral hog problem as national debate over firearms looms
Read full article: Texas wildlife officials, ranchers continue to use semi-automatic weapons to treat feral hog problem as national debate over firearms loomsThe use and sale of the AR-15 semiautomatic rifle have been in the public eye after the tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde late last month that left 21 people dead.
Federal agency offers $20K reward for tips after dolphin harassed on Texas beach dies
Read full article: Federal agency offers $20K reward for tips after dolphin harassed on Texas beach diesTheĀ National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationĀ is offering a reward of up to $20,000 for information that can help identify the beachgoers responsible for harassing a sick dolphin on a Texas beach last month before it died.
āAggressiveā horse at Maryland island moved to Texas wildlife sanctuary
Read full article: āAggressiveā horse at Maryland island moved to Texas wildlife sanctuaryNational Park Service officials say a wild horse who has become āextremely aggressiveā with staff and visitors at Assateague Island National Seashore in Maryland has been relocated to a Texas wildlife sanctuary.