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March 21, 2014
Chris Jackson's DFW Urban Wildlife

Fox Squirrel – On a Fence

This Fox Squirrel was found lounging on my neighbor’s backyard fence. This big female has built her nest in a birdhouse hung in my backyard, […]

January 22, 2014
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Fox Squirrel – Dozing

I found this Fox Squirrel as he was dozing on a tree stump in my backyard. Of course squirrels never stay still for long, and […]

August 31, 2013
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Fox Squirrel – Lounging

This is a Fox Squirrel lounging in a tree outside an assisted living facility in Carrollton, Texas. This squirrel needs no assistance with his living. […]

December 13, 2012
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Mallard – Strategies

Mallards at Carrollton’s Woodlake Pond. Notice the unusual stance the ducks take when in repose. I did a quick Google search to see if I […]

July 3, 2012
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Coyote – At White Rock Lake

I observed these two fine looking Coyotes at White Rock Lake Park in Dallas, Texas. They were relaxing in the shade along the edge of […]

June 22, 2012
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Plain-bellied Water Snake – Concealed

This Plain-bellied Water Snake was observed in the Rowlett Creek Nature Preserve in Garland, Texas. He was concealed among some fallen trees piled together after […]

February 12, 2012
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Common Nighthawk – Company

Common Nighthawks are usually observed at night. They can often be seen (and heard) flying above lighted parking lots. Every once in a while you […]

October 29, 2011
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American Wigeon – Basking in the Sun

Ducks are ducks, until you look closer. There are many different species of duck in living Texas, some of which are very exotic looking on […]

August 9, 2011
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Vine Sphinx Moth – Not in Great Shape

I found this large moth in a pasture near an abandoned farm house in south Carrollton. The Vine Sphinx Moth was sitting exposed on a […]

August 5, 2011
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Common Nighthawk – Monkey Bars

I observed this Common Nighthawk in my backyard. The bird was sitting on my children’s swing set. Nighthawks are commonly seen flying over parking lots […]

June 16, 2011
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Fox Squirrel – Taking a Break

This charming Fox Squirrel behavior took place just down the street from my house. Wikipedia has this to say about Fox Squirrels: In captivity, eastern […]

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Local Forcast

Dallas, Texas
April 1, 2023, 10:22 pm
Mostly clear
ESE
Mostly clear
64°F
3 m/s
real feel: 62°F
current pressure: 30 in
humidity: 32%
wind speed: 3 m/s ESE
wind gusts: 3 m/s
sunrise: 7:15 am
sunset: 7:46 pm
© 2023 AccuWeather, Inc.
Forecast April 1, 2023
day
Partly sunny
Partly sunny
76°F
wind speed: 4 m/s NE
wind gusts: 9 m/s
night
Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
55°F
wind speed: 3 m/s ESE
wind gusts: 4 m/s
 

Share Your Interest

North Central Texas Wildlife

Would you like to share your own Dallas/Fort Worth area urban wildlife observations? We recommend joining the North Central Texas Wildlife Facebook Group. Fun and spontaneous, there are lot's of wonderful wildlife observations and excellent photographs posted to this group everyday. I know the other members would love to see what you have to contribute as well!

Click here to give them a visit!

Local Forcast

Dallas, Texas
April 1, 2023, 10:22 pm
Mostly clear
ESE
Mostly clear
64°F
3 m/s
real feel: 62°F
current pressure: 30 in
humidity: 32%
wind speed: 3 m/s ESE
wind gusts: 3 m/s
sunrise: 7:15 am
sunset: 7:46 pm
© 2023 AccuWeather, Inc.
Forecast April 1, 2023
day
Partly sunny
Partly sunny
76°F
wind speed: 4 m/s NE
wind gusts: 9 m/s
night
Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
55°F
wind speed: 3 m/s ESE
wind gusts: 4 m/s
 
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