Flood Mitigation Task Force Convenes
You Eat What You Are
Your yard is replete with toxic plants. Oleander, castor bean, wisteria, chinaberry, mistletoe, and Texas mountain laurel are but a few examples of garden plants that pack a punch. Consuming high doses of these plants and their toxins can be fatal. But, insects have evolved to use such plants as protection from predators.
Read MoreIs Too Much Water Going Down the Drain?
After last year’s historic drought resulting in extremely low lake levels, when the rains do come, often as flood events, can Austin not only manage the storm water, but possibly save it?
Read MoreDucks in the Desert
Shoal Creek is a waterfowl wasteland. The creek is too narrow and the water is either nonexistent or too shallow. Wood ducks do nest in the cavities in old trees along the creek, but otherwise Shoal Creek is a duck desert. But, you can still see ducks in or near Shoal Creek, you just need visit the headwaters or its mouth.
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