nature

A recent surge in kissing bugs is turning heads in El Paso, and it’s not just about their odd name.

The deer are pretty chill and they roam all over the neighborhood, foraging for food and water. Many folks leave food and water out for them and they are pretty trusting of their human neighbors.

The Texas Star Mushroom, or Devil’s Cigar, is one of the rarest fungi in the world — found only in Texas, Oklahoma, and Japan. It “hisses” when it blooms and releases a puff of spores that look like smoke.

What looks like an innocent bloom could be a real troublemaker. Find out why this yellow flower demands respect in your yard.

Ants abound in Texas and true to that legendary "over the top, everything is bigger in Texas" thing, our ants are not only annoying; they can be deadly. Seriously, if you don't believe me, read this. If you find on e in your home though, don't crush it!

Texans enjoying state parks and the outdoors are warned to avoid the Southern Flannel Moth caterpillar—its venomous hairs can cause intense pain and irritation.

Several major Texas cities are sinking and one, the biggest city in Texas, is not only sinking faster than any other big city in the lone star state, it's the fastest "sinker" in the entire country.

Right now, when we're not experiencing hurricane force winds, is the perfect time to go hiking. It's not too cold and not too hot ... certainly not as hot as experts predict 2025 will be.