15 Photos Of Wildlife In Texas That Will Drop Your Jaw

With all of the nature that surrounds us, of course Texas is home to a wide variety of wildlife, from red cardinals and spoonbills to bison and bucks. Some creatures, such as alligators and bobcats, are best observed from afar, but these photographers captured them, as well as plenty of other astounding animals, in the pictures below.

1) A slithering Western Massasauga captured in North Central Texas

2) A beautiful Blue Jay peacefully perching on a branch in Austin.

3) Friendly zebras smiling for the camera at the Bayou Wildlife Refuge in Alvin.

4) Bottoms up! This duck is just trying to cool off from the unforgiving Texas heat

5) Watch out! An alligator emerges from the brush at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge

6) A gorgeous blackbuck antelope found leaping through New Ulm, Texas

7) Red deer perfectly poised for the photo at Deer Dancer Ranch

8) Beautiful Roseate Spoonbills nesting at High Island

9) A stunning bird resting on a ledge in Fort Worth

10) Our state animal friends captured at the Trinity Trail in Texas

11) An incredible close-up of an eagle in Weslaco

12) Another hungry alligator in Brazos Bend State Park

13) A gorgeous Northern Cardinal photographed at Goose Island State Park

14) A family of giraffes lazing around at the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center

15) This bobcat came out from hiding at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge

Have you seen any wildlife up close, or captured any amazing creatures on camera? Share your photos and experiences with us below!

Kristen Lawrence

Texas staff writer for Only in Your State, blogger for Power of Positivity, and freelance health, wellness, and travel writer. I spend any chance I get traveling, enjoying nature, trying out new recipes, and meditating. I love sharing smiles, good food, and great conversation :)