TPWD News Releases

Texas Fish Art Contest Unveils 2024 Winners

ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) is pleased to announce the 2024 winners of the Texas division of the Wildlife Forever’s Fish Art Contest.

Lights Out Initiative Asks for Action During Spring Migration

AUSTIN — Spring is the peak time for bird migration through Texas, and the bright lights of cities and towns can confuse birds as they fly to their northern breeding grounds. Texans are encouraged to help our winged friends on their journey by turning “Lights Out” at night across the state from March 1- June 15, with peak migration occurring April 22 through May 12.

Official Media Statement: Alligators in Waco

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Edwards County Deer Breeding Facility

AUSTIN — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of two cases of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in an Edwards County deer breeding facility, marking the first detections in the county.

Official Media Statement: Media Invited to Inaugural Fishing for Conservation Course with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Public Comment Sought for Proposed Mountain Lion Regulations

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking public comment until May 22 on proposals to prohibit canned hunting and implement trapping standards for mountain lions.

Park Rangers Celebrate Earth Day at Select H-E-B Stores This Weekend

AUSTIN— This weekend, Texas State Park rangers will set up booths at more than 40 H-E-B stores across Texas to celebrate the outdoors in honor of Earth Day.

Centennial Time Capsule Begins 50-Year Trek to Every Texas State Park

AUSTIN— How do you encompass 100 years of Texas State Parks’ history? That was the challenge state parks staff has spent the past year tackling.

Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Detected in Jim Wells County

AUSTIN – Based on results from the National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC) in Madison, Wisc., Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has confirmed the presence of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 (RHDV2) in a Jim Wells County black-tailed jackrabbit.

Comunicado Oficial de Prensa: Ahogamiento en Canyon Lake