While the summer’s heavy rains have resulted in several cancelations at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge (NWR), the Second Saturday program slated for July 12 is still expected to continue.
At 10 a.m., Dr. Bryon Clark will lead a presentation entitled “Mammals of Texoma.” In his program, Clark, a retired mammalian ecologist, professor, and university administrator, will highlight the rich diversity of mammals inhabiting North Texas, especially those likely to be found at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge.
Of the more than 160 native and introduced terrestrial mammals found in Texas, over 40% occur in North Texas. While many visitors to Hagerman are familiar with the larger and more charismatic species such as the white-tailed deer and coyote, fewer know about the hidden diversity of smaller and more cryptic species of bats, rodents and shrews.
Clark will share facts, anecdotes, and stories about mammals from his more than 40 years of research and teaching.
Also scheduled that day is the Butterfly Garden Stroll from 9-11 a.m. Garden docents will be on hand to help identify the Texas native plants and visiting butterflies. Literature on plants and butterflies will be available, and families can enjoy special activities like scavenger hunts, the Metamorphosis Puppet and more. Registration is not necessary.
The garden is free of charge and open to the public from sunrise to sunset every day of the year.
Donations are accepted to support the Butterfly Garden, Garden Walks and other events and programs sponsored by the Friends of Hagerman NWR.
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