The resolution honors Deb Manley and Cathy Hoyt, two staff members at Big Bend National Park, for their significant discovery of a new plant species named "wooly devil." This plant, scientifically classified as Ovicula biradiata, was first encountered by Manley and Hoyt during a hike in March 2024. Its unique characteristics, including fuzzy foliage and maroon-colored petals, sparked interest among botanists, leading to collaborative research efforts with institutions such as the California Academy of Sciences and Sul Ross State University. The wooly devil, which is small in size and blooms after desert rains, has been identified in limited areas of the Chihuahuan Desert, making its discovery particularly noteworthy given the challenges posed by prolonged droughts in its habitat.

The resolution emphasizes the rarity and excitement of uncovering a new plant genus, recognizing the vital contributions of Manley and Hoyt to the scientific community and the study of biodiversity in Big Bend National Park. It serves to commemorate their achievement and highlight the importance of their work in advancing botanical knowledge.