Flora & Fauna

Blue Bonnets. Credit: USFWS

Dragonfly. Credit: USFWS

Dragonfly. Credit: USFWS

Sunflower with insect. Credit: USFWS

Hatchery sunset. Credit: USFWS

Hatchery wildflowers. Credit: USFWS

Hatchery wildflowers. Credit: USFWS

Hatchery wildflowers. Credit: USFWS

Hatchery wildflowers. Credit: USFWS

The hatchery is located in Uvalde County which is part of the famous Texas Hill Country. This area of Texas is uniquely marked by its majestic natural setting of rolling hills and sweeping lakes and rivers. Uvalde County is host to over 300 species of wildflowers and a diverse butterfly locality.

The hatchery is surrounded by farmland well away from city limits, making it a natural draw for wildlife of all kinds in the area. The hatchery offers an array of birds, butterflies, dragonflies, the occasional Mexican Free-tailed bat, tarantulas and snakes. These surroundings make the hatchery a must see for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

When you are planning your next trip to Uvalde County in the Texas Hill Country be sure to add the Uvalde Natural Fish Hatchery to your agenda and visit us not only for the beautiful natural surroundings, but to learn about what we are doing to conserve America’s fisheries.

If a single day is not enough, visit our Volunteer page to learn about volunteering opportunities at the Uvalde National Fish Hatchery.

The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with
others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and
their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.

All images Credit to and Courtesy of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service unless specified otherwise.