The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission will vote in May on two proposed regulations, a ban on canned hunting and 36-hour trap check times.
Act now and select "Agree Completely" on the TPWD Public Comment Form and speak up for our cat! The comments deadline is May 21, 2024.
There are five species of wild cats that currently or historically call Texas home: jaguars, mountain lions, bobcats, ocelots, and jaguarundis.
Texas Native Cats partnered with Texas A&M University to poll residents to find out. Among many other results, survey participants overwhelmingly believe that efforts should be made to ensure the survival of this species in Texas.
Deadline to Comment is May 21.
We share the story of our cats with master naturalists, visitors to state parks, nature centers, libraries and universities, among others.
It is often said that understanding our natural world is the first step in conserving it for the future.