From the Lone Star State to you. Posts and thoughts inspired by working, playing, eating, drinking and exploring the Lone Star State
Greater or Lesser Scaup? This question comes up frequently during the winter along the Texas Gulf Coast. The confusion starts with the similar appearance of the duck Genus Aytha. In North America we have 6 possible members of this Genus of diving ducks. This includes the Canvasback, Redhead, Ring necked Duck, Tufted Duck and the […]
When will Limpkins arrive in Texas? This question has been on the mind of some ornithologists and birders alike, for some time. Limpkin Appearance and ID Tips A Limpkin is a medium sized wading bird with characteristics of herons, cranes and ibises. Despite their appearance, Limpkins are the only member of the taxonomy, Aramidae. Limpkins
The Caverns of Sonora are a Texas treasure. Furthermore the Cavern is on the register of National Natural Landmarks. The caverns are located about 8 miles southwest of Sonora, Texas in Sutton County on the western edge of the Texas Hill Country. The tour is about 2 miles long and descends about 150 feet below
Texas wildflowers are blooming this spring. After several wet seasons and a wet winter, West Central Texas is experiencing a bountiful spring eruption of color. A short trip to the western edge of the Edwards Plateau revealed some of nature’s beauty. Bluebonnets are a common Texas wildflower. Additionally they are the state flower of Texas.
Texas winter Hummingbirds are here. Although most hummers leave the Lone Star State in the winter, some remain. Additionally others wander along the Gulf Coast throughout the winter. During the migration I have many Ruby throated hummingbirds passing through. During the summer the birds frequent my feeders. I live in Southeast Coastal Texas, close to Houston
Texas Mississippi Kites are migrants over the eastern half of the state. They are breeders along the Upper Gulf Coast and the Texas Panhandle. Many spring migrants come through Texas each year, however, this year has brought a fair amount of breeding birds to the Upper Coast. I saw migrants in May, but now am