Tag Archives: Big Bend National Park

Hummingbirds in Texas

Posted on September 7, 2008 by joanie7

The tiniest of all birds descend on Texas every Spring as they migrate northward.  18 species of hummingbirds have been identified in Texas with 9 being common.  The greatest variety are found in West Texas.  The Davis Mountains and Chisos … Continue reading →

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Javelina in Texas

Posted on September 2, 2008 by joanie7

  The javelina is not really a pig but a member of their own family, the peccary.   Only one of the three different species is found in the United States, the collared peccary or javelina.  (have ah lee nah) … Continue reading →

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Chisos Basin Campground Big Bend National Park

Posted on July 5, 2008 by joanie7

  We drove out to Big Bend National Park for the day while we were camped at Fort Davis State Park.  You may ask what you can do in Big Bend National Park if you are only going to be … Continue reading →

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