Wildlife of Proto-Town - Revision history

Admin: Added beneficial species labels

2026-07-19T07:43:00Z

Added beneficial species labels

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	==Hazard labels==		==Hazard labels==
			{{Wildlife benefit\|Example ecological, land-management, or economic value.}} The green '''BENEFICIAL''' label identifies a documented positive role such as pollination, pest control, carrion removal, soil improvement, habitat support, or managed agricultural value. It does not mean the organism is harmless, safe to handle, or appropriate to feed or relocate; always read the hazard and encounter guidance too.

			'''The absence of a BENEFICIAL label does not mean that an organism should be killed, removed, or controlled.''' Some roles are uncertain, context-dependent, or simply not documented here. Wildlife and invasive-species decisions belong to Proto-Town land management and the relevant authorities; do not take vigilante action.

	{{Wildlife risk\|domesticcare}} The green label identifies welcomed domestic residents or managed livestock. A neighboring yellow or orange label describes the care still required around that animal; it does not mean the animal is unwanted.		{{Wildlife risk\|domesticcare}} The green label identifies welcomed domestic residents or managed livestock. A neighboring yellow or orange label describes the care still required around that animal; it does not mean the animal is unwanted.

Admin: Applied respectful domestic animal badges

2026-07-18T05:36:42Z

Applied respectful domestic animal badges

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	==Hazard labels==		==Hazard labels==
	{{Wildlife risk\|~~domestic-yellow~~}} The green label identifies welcomed domestic residents or managed livestock. A neighboring yellow or orange label describes the care still required around that animal; it does not mean the animal is unwanted.		{{Wildlife risk\|domesticcare}} The green label identifies welcomed domestic residents or managed livestock. A neighboring yellow or orange label describes the care still required around that animal; it does not mean the animal is unwanted.

	{{Wildlife risk\|yellow}} Conditions that are irritating, troublesome, or worth routine precautions.		{{Wildlife risk\|yellow}} Conditions that are irritating, troublesome, or worth routine precautions.

Admin: Added respectful domestic animal status badges

2026-07-18T05:30:48Z

Added respectful domestic animal status badges

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	==Hazard labels==		==Hazard labels==
			{{Wildlife risk\|domestic-yellow}} The green label identifies welcomed domestic residents or managed livestock. A neighboring yellow or orange label describes the care still required around that animal; it does not mean the animal is unwanted.

	{{Wildlife risk\|yellow}} Conditions that are irritating, troublesome, or worth routine precautions.		{{Wildlife risk\|yellow}} Conditions that are irritating, troublesome, or worth routine precautions.

Admin: Added dedicated Central Texas bird guide

2026-07-18T05:18:52Z

Added dedicated Central Texas bird guide

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	* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Plants\|Plants]] — trees, grasses, wildflowers, vines, and invasive plants		* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Plants\|Plants]] — trees, grasses, wildflowers, vines, and invasive plants
	* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Fungi\|Fungi]] — mushrooms, wood-decay fungi, plant pathogens, and a conspicuous slime mold		* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Fungi\|Fungi]] — mushrooms, wood-decay fungi, plant pathogens, and a conspicuous slime mold
	* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Animals\|Animals]] — mammals, reptiles, and ~~birds~~		* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Animals\|Animals]] — mammals, reptiles, and amphibians
			* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Birds\|Birds]] — common residents, seasonal visitors, invasive species, and flight-operation hazards
	* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Bugs\|Bugs]] — insects, arachnids, ticks, and scorpions		* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Bugs\|Bugs]] — insects, arachnids, ticks, and scorpions
	* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Microbial life\|Microbial and bacterial life]] — notable organisms in soil and water, including a few public-health hazards		* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Microbial life\|Microbial and bacterial life]] — notable organisms in soil and water, including a few public-health hazards

Admin: Created the Proto-Town wildlife field guide

2026-07-18T04:23:46Z

Created the Proto-Town wildlife field guide

New page

__NOTOC__
The '''Wildlife of Proto-Town''' guide records organisms that may be encountered around Proto-Town and the Lockhart, Texas area. The local landscape lies near the meeting of the Blackland Prairie and Post Oak Savannah, with pasture, disturbed ground, oak woodland, buildings, ponds, and seasonal waterways supporting a mixture of native and introduced life.

This is a practical orientation guide, not an exhaustive survey or a substitute for professional identification. Individual organisms vary, ranges change, and photographs can be misleading. Do not eat an unidentified plant or fungus, handle wildlife, or rely on this guide alone when deciding whether an exposure needs medical care.

==Guides==
* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Plants|Plants]] — trees, grasses, wildflowers, vines, and invasive plants
* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Fungi|Fungi]] — mushrooms, wood-decay fungi, plant pathogens, and a conspicuous slime mold
* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Animals|Animals]] — mammals, reptiles, and birds
* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Bugs|Bugs]] — insects, arachnids, ticks, and scorpions
* [[Wildlife of Proto-Town/Microbial life|Microbial and bacterial life]] — notable organisms in soil and water, including a few public-health hazards

==Hazard labels==
{{Wildlife risk|yellow}} Conditions that are irritating, troublesome, or worth routine precautions.

{{Wildlife risk|orange}} An encounter may cause substantial pain, injury, or disease and deserves prompt attention.

{{Wildlife risk|red}} Exposure can be fatal without timely treatment. The red label does not mean the organism is aggressive or that ordinary proximity is dangerous.

No label means that no special hazard is expected in an ordinary encounter. Allergies, unusual exposure routes, mishandling, pets, children, and individual medical conditions can change the risk.

==Emergency guidance==
For a life-threatening reaction, serious bite, breathing difficulty, confusion, collapse, or rapidly worsening symptoms, call '''911'''. For suspected poisoning in the United States, call '''Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222'''. When safe, take a photograph from a distance; do not capture a dangerous animal for identification.

==Scope and sources==
The initial list emphasizes conspicuous or operationally relevant organisms expected in the oak-prairie landscapes of Central Texas. Habitat context follows Texas Parks and Wildlife Department guidance for the [https://tpwd.texas.gov/wildlife/wildlife-diversity/wildscapes/wildscapes-plant-guidance-by-ecoregion/the-blackland-prairies/ Blackland Prairies] and [https://tpwd.texas.gov/wildlife/wildlife-diversity/wildscapes/wildscapes-plant-guidance-by-ecoregion/post-oak-savannah/ Post Oak Savannah]. Safety information is summarized from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Texas Parks and Wildlife, CDC, and Poison Control materials linked on the category pages.

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