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Monday, December 20, 2010  The clash of antlers breaks the chilly dawn as Terry Neal begins the morning rattle. You never know what to expect when you hit antlers together, but by simulating a battle you hope to attract a buck looking for a doe or spoiling for a fight.

Monday, December 13, 2010  Perhaps the most important factor affecting the future of fish and wildlife conservation in Texas is the role of the private landowner.

Monday, November 22, 2010  From working with endangered ocelots to growing native plants for habitat restoration, the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute at Texas A&M University in Kingsville is the leading wildlife research organization in Texas and certainly one of the finest in the nation.

Wednesday, October 06, 2010  Sunrise on South Padre soothes the soul. At first light, there is only a telltale pinkish glow on the distant horizon. Slowly the glowing orb appears to rise from the vast waters of the Gulf. For a moment, it hovers just above the water, its reflection lingering on the surface.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010  The menacing rattle of a big diamondback cuts thru the early morning calm. The tell tale buzz sends a potent warning not to approach the coiled serpent. Perhaps it would be best to leave this end of the pond to the sunning rattler.

Wednesday, September 01, 2010  White-winged doves are exceptionally beautiful birds. Their soft gray feathering is accented by a distinctive swath of white in the wing, but it is the shimmering iridescence just behind the neck and the brilliant blue around the eye that really sets them off. And of course, they are very tasty table fare.