The Natural History of Kent County

The mapped creeks, forks, and streams of Kent County.

Natural landmarks, high and low of Kent County.

Rolling Plains: a concise description of the geography of the region encompassing Kent county.

 State Parks:
Rolling Plains
Panhandle

Maps of Texas:
Geologic
Tectonic
Major Aquifers
Minor Aquifers

The Texas Horned Lizard, better known as the common "horny-toad" may be on the decline in some parts of the state, but they're thriving in the Kent County area. See also the information on the horny toad's protected status.

The Mammals of Justiceburg Wildlife Management Area, and Adjacent Areas, Garza and Kent Counties, TX

The Shinnery (shinnery oak/Quercus havardii): Some information on one of the more distinctive forms of vegetation in the area.

The Mighty Brazos. This site is designed specifically for children, but has information that will be interesting to adults, too.

The Brazos River Authority

Texas' Natural Resources: a long, but thorough discussion of historic uses, and current issues.

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