Galveston orcas stun visitors: Other creatures visitors can find off the Gulf Coast
GALVESTON, Texas โ Last weekโs viral video of orcas swimming near a Galveston Party Boat had people talking about the wonders of the islandโs wildlife. Greg Whittaker, animal husbandry manager and wildlife expert with Moody Gardens, spoke to KPRC 2 about these unexpected visitors of the Gulf and what other animals Galveston visitors can expect to see around the island. Usually, they would be hunting fish such as tuna and smaller dolphin species,โ Whittaker said. Dolphins (Pixabay)Sea turtlesSea turtles, according to Whittaker, are usually found in the bay areas of the Gulf, foraging for food. Larger stingrays are usually found in the deeper waters of the Gulf, while smaller types (usually golden colored) are finding clams on the Gulf shoreline, according to Whittaker.
Scientists discover three new shark species that glow in the dark
In January 2020, three new shark species that glow in the dark were discovered off the east coast of New Zealand. According to NBC News, a study published in the Frontiers in Marine Science journal on Feb. 26 identifies the glowing species as the kitefin shark, the blackbelly lanternshark, and the southern lanternshark. NBC News reports the discovery is the first time scientists have been able to find proof of bioluminescence in sharks. AdAccording to the study, the newly discovered species live in the oceanโs โtwilight zone,โ up to 3,200 feet below sea level, beyond which solar light does not penetrate and is too weak to initiate photosynthesis, NBC News reports. According to the report, researchers speculate the sharks glow as a way to illuminate the ocean floor while hunting for food and camouflage themselves in order to fend off potential predators and capture prey.
Houston-area girls basketball scoreboard (Regional Quarterfinals)
On Wednesday night, the majority of Regional Quarterfinal showdowns took place across the city, eventually setting up the Regional Semifinal matchups. Click through the Photo Gallery Below to See More Regional Quarterfinal ScoresCypress Creek 59, Heights 31Cypress Creek advances to its fourth-straight Regional Semifinal. Regional Semifinal: Summer Creek vs Cypress CreekShadow Creek 59, Atascocita 51Heading into the season we knew Shadow Creek would be good. AdRegional Semifinal: Shadow Creek vs Katy TompkinsLangham Creek 76, Tomball Memorial 38Here come the Lobos! AdFoster will take on College Station on Friday at Katy ISD's Merrell Center in the Regional Semifinal with a time to be decided.
IN FOCUS: Shadow Creek keeps pace in district; drops Pearland
IN FOCUS: Shadow Creek keeps pace in district; drops PearlandShadow Creek and Dawson are in a race for the District 23-6A title and to keep pace, the Sharks had to take care of Pearland. They did just that winning 52-32 on Tuesday night. Check out the photos by Andy Tolbert.
VYPE U: Katy Breaks Through Shadow Creek
In one of the biggest matchups of the season in Texas high school football, the Katy Tigers did what they do best: put on a show. The Tigers' defensive unit complemented Koger's performance by holding Shadow Creek to zero offensive touchdowns in the first half. Despite a bumpy first half that consisted of penalties, personal fouls, and being scored on numerous times, Shadow Creek played a respectable second half, as they tied with Katy 14-14. As for Shadow Creek, they're in good hands. With all talent being accounted for, it is likely that Katy and Shadow Creek will meet in the Regional Finals in the seasons to come, just as Katy did with North Shore for four years in a row (2016-2019).
VYPE Preseason Boy's Basketball: #1 Shadow Creek Sharks
1 team moves up from Class 5A to 6A and into a pretty competitive district. So, what makes Shadow Creek and coach David President so special? Depth, depth, depth. The Sharks have a pair of proven big-league leaders โ Ramon Walker and Shawn Jones Jr. Walker is a two-time first-teamer and has a versatile game. The Sharks have been to the postseason for three-straight seasons and made school history last year.
VYPE Preseason Girl's Basketball: No. 4 Shadow Creek
Across all of their programs, Shadow Creek has seen some spectacular success early on. Oklahoma-signee Bre'yon White leads the crew averaging 13 points and 8 rebounds per game. White was the District 24-5A Defensive MVP, while Taylor was the District 24-5A Co-MVP. Other key returners include first-team, all-district picks Brooklin Brown (7.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per game) and Da'Nae Williams (8.4 points and 1.9 rebounds per game). Also watch for Riachel Anderson, who was a second-team, all-district pick, averaging 5.7 points and 5.1 rebounds per game.
Shadow Creek football talks about 2-week COVID-19 battle
HOUSTON โ This past Friday, the Shadow Creek High School football team beat Strake Jesuit. โWe were just making sure, if you go out, make sure you wear a mask, and limit the time if you are outside," said senior Jairo Castillo. Senior quarterback and Baylor commit Kyron Drones made sure the guys were staying in shape during those two weeks. โWeโre just making sure they know football is the bigger picture right now,โ Drones said. โI know people want to hang out and do stuff, but we canโt have that right now until the season is over with.โ
VYPE Football 2020 Preview: District 23-6A
But VYPE has still done what we have always done when it comes to previewing Texas high school football here in Houston. Other names to remember on offense include WR Cedric Mitchell, RB Darius Hale and kicker Caleb Mendez. Offensive lineman Jonathan Clark is back after earning second-team, all-district honors. Defensively, cornerback Winfred Donahue is coming off a second-team, all-district season. Defensive tackle Larry Vojacek is coming off a sophomore season where he earned second-team, all-district honors.