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̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Texas News

News, stories, and updates from ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Texas.
Ruby-throated Hummingbird. Photo: Lili Banta

̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Texas is one of the leading voices for birds and conservation in the Lone Star State, and a resource for members of the media looking for information on topics such as birds, habitat conservation, climate change, wildlife policy, and a variety of related issues.

Bird Cities Soar: A Year of Community-Powered Conservation
July 20, 2026 — Texas communities are protecting bird habitats and bringing neighbors together to do it.
TEXAS Community Science at ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡
With Rain Comes Life and a New Chapter at Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center
July 18, 2026 — Spring rains have brought a burst of new life to Mitchell Lake ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center, and this year, that renewal is paired with the start of a major new chapter for the center itself.
TEXAS Mitchell Lake
Bending the Bird Curve, Together
July 18, 2026 — Every bird has a story.
TEXAS Dogwood Canyon
A Season of Transition, A Year of Growth: Trinity River ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center Reflects
July 18, 2026 — As nature reminds us each season, change is a natural part of growth.
TEXAS Trinity River
Growing Grasslands: A Year of Progress for ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Conservation Ranching in Texas
July 18, 2026 — Now more than ever, ranchers and conservationists are working side by side to prove that working lands and wildlife can thrive together.
TEXAS Conservation Ranching
Bird City Texas Named a 2026 Conservation Wrangler
July 18, 2026 — This statewide recognition will significantly elevate the program over the coming year.
TEXAS
Building Relationships and Driving Record Postcard Turnout
July 18, 2026 — As stated in ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡'s Flight Plan, public policy and funding have a catalytic effect on protecting bird habitat and addressing climate change.
TEXAS Policy & Advocacy
Texas Chapters Expand to a New Generation, Reaffiliate Statewide
July 18, 2026 — The work they do on the ground helps move us closer to our Flight Plan goals of bending the bird curve.
TEXAS ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Chapters
Lights Out, Texas: 170 Million Reached and a Major Bird-Friendly Design Win
July 18, 2026 — As an education and awareness campaign, Lights Out, Texas! continues to spread across the state.
TEXAS Lights Out Program
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Field Notes from the Flyway: The Library
Explore past editions for updates about our conservation, policy and engagement work, and opportunities to get involved.