Austin, the capital city of Texas, is a vibrant paradox—a fast-growing metropolis that clings fiercely to its “weird” counter-culture roots. While it’s a major hub for technology and government, its soul is defined by a deep-seated love for live music, independent art, and the great outdoors. This unique blend of progress and laid-back authenticity has made Austin one of America’s
Planet Earth is currently experiencing an unprecedented loss of biodiversity, an extinction crisis so severe that many scientists have labeled it the Sixth Mass Extinction. Unlike past events caused by natural catastrophes, this one is driven almost entirely by the activities of a single species: humans. At the heart of this crisis are the world’s endangered animals—species whose populations