From the groundbreaking work of the Natural Heritage Network beginning in the 1970s to more recent advances in biological management and preserve design, the Conservancy has been a leading practitioner in the field of conservation science. Good science has always been our hallmark. As a result, TNC has earned a reputation in the conservation community for using accurate and objective scientific information to define and achieve conservation goals. As The Nature Conservancy moves forward with ambitious, ecosystem scale conservation initiatives, the need for high-quality scientific information and support will only increase. The Nature Conservancy of Texas encourages the use of its preserves for non-destructive scientific research and study.
Research conducted on our preserves does, however, require prior approval.
Approval is based on information submitted in a written research proposal. A list of reports on this research is available. We also post research needs by region.