Not long ago, during a gathering at Babulya’s house to celebrate cousin Stella’s birthday, our family was unexpectedly serenaded by the untamed voices of the Texas plains coyotes. As dusk settled over the grass and trees, a chorus of howls echoed across the land. It was not a frightening sound, but rather something deeply stirring—a…
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Backyard Wildlife: How to Attract (or Deter) Grey Squirrels Safely
Have you ever fed squirrels at a park? Recently, my sons and I went to Springwood park and fed the grey squirrels. It reminded me of when I was a child… I was fascinated by the Eastern Grey Squirrels that frequented our backyard. Their playful antics and bushy tails captivated my imagination, and I dreamed…
Short-Eared Owls: Identification, Habitat, and How to Spot Them
It was one of those sticky July evenings when the air felt heavy enough to drink, and our family was just finishing dinner. The ceiling fan was doing its best, the iced tea glasses were sweating little puddles onto the table, and the kids were halfway through convincing us that dessert should come before dishes….
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