What is that black gooey stuff all over the ground at the park (NW Military side)? It looks like tar.
The black stuff all over the ground and sidewalks on the NW Military side of the park is the fruit from the Texas persimmon.
Articles in Category: Ask a Park Naturalist
Our park naturalists have the answers. We encourage friends of Hardberger Park to ask questions about plants, trails, restoration or wildlife in PHP.
What does a Park Naturalist do?
Most park naturalists in general are tasked with developing and conducting interpretive programs for either local, state, or national parks.
What’s the most unusual thing you’ve found in Hardberger Park?
The most unusual thing I have found in the park was the golden-cheeked warbler in spring 2012.
Is it okay to feed the deer in the park?
The rules of Phil Hardberger Park prohibit feeding deer or any other wild animals in the park. More importantly, feeding wild animals is not a good idea. It causes animals to lose their natural fear of humans, which can put the animal’s life and well-being in danger.
Why does Hardberger Park have a Park Naturalist?
It is the Park Naturalist job to make sure that native plant communities are maintained and not compromised by exotic invasive plants and that any wildlife issues are dealt with in a timely, humane manner.
Why is there so much Whitebrush in PHP East, but not in PHP West?
The answer to the question relates to soil types, depth, moisture, and soil disturbance.
How many different species of birds have you seen in PHP?
Hardberger Park is an important stop for migratory birds. We have seen some unusual migrants in the park…