Birds of a Feather

Watch: Roel Loera | Birds of a Feather (5:56 mins)

Roel Loera, Aquifer Protection Coordinator, as he explains how birds play a big part in land management over the Edwards Aquifer.

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A genetically determined physical or behavioral characteristic of an organism.

A plant that occurs naturally in and is adapted to the place where it evolved.

The natural environment in which a species, or group of species, lives.

A prolonged period of low rainfall, often leading to a shortage of water.

Water in the atmosphere that falls toward the ground. Precipitation includes rain, hail, sleet, and snow.

Want to go birding? Try the best sites for birding from the San Antonio Audubon Society.

Visit these resources from Wild Birds Unlimited.

Ready to watch the birds in your own backyard? See how to turn your backyard into a wildlife oasis with the National Wildlife Federation.

Watch: Creature Feature- Golden-cheeked Warbler (2:32 mins)
Watch TPWD’s Creature Feature on the golden cheeked warbler, unique to central Texas.

Watch: AquiFact | Endangered Species (0.28 secs)
Explore Endangered Species of the Edwards Aquifer.