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An American mink, a semi-aquatic mammal, might be one of the more unusual animals afoot in Dallas-Fort Worth at night. [Image: Shutterstock]
The Last Word: ‘Wild DFW’ Author Amy Martin on Nocturnal Urban Wildlife in North Texas
by David Seeley | Aug 6, 2024
Most North Texans have walked outside at night to spy a raccoon or possum nosing around in the dark. But you may be surprised to know how many creatures really burn the midnight oil across Dallas-Fort Worth. Alligators, bats, bobcats, the American mink, river otters, green tree frogs, and owls galore are just some of the nocturnal animals that feel right at home here.
by Lance Murray |
Feb 22, 2023
Cedar Hill, roughly 17 miles south of downtown Dallas, is noted for its "outdoorable" fun. Here's a list of locations to enjoy the local birding.
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by Riley Farrell |
Sep 10, 2020
Through funding from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, UNT scientists are helping state conservation efforts by examining the velocity of four fish species with what they describe as a fish treadmill.
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by Lance Murray |
Mar 28, 2018
North Texas educational institutions and nonprofits receive financial backing for their programs from foundations and businesses.
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Largemouth bass fish underwater in ocean in natural habitat
UTD Collaborates With Texas Parks and Wildlife to Teach Middle Schoolers
by Taylor Lowder | Feb 2, 2018
UTeach Dallas students connect bass fishing, genetics and math in creative lesson plans for kids.
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by Lance Murray |
Nov 17, 2017
Researchers all across North Texas are making breakthroughs and discoveries every day. Here are some of their stories.
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![Erica Kosemund, Chief Brand Officer, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Gillian Breidenbach, Chief Partnership Officer, North Texas FWC Organizing Committee; Chief Gary Batton, Chief of Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; Monica Paul, Executive Director of Dallas Sports Commission and President of North Texas FWC Organizing Committee; John Hobbs, Senior Executive Officer of Communications, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma; and Heidi Grant, Senior Executive Officer of Commerce Administration, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, celebrate Choctaw Casinos & Resorts becoming an Official Dallas World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter. [Photo: North Texas FWC Organizing Committee/Choctaw Casinos & Resorts]](https://s24806.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/FIFA-Choctaw-dec-2025.jpg)
