Armadillos to Ziziphus with David M. Hillis

Armadillos to Ziziphus: A Naturalist in the Texas Hill Country is an inspiring collection of nontechnical essays that touches on the ecology, biodiversity and restoration of the Texas Hill Country. It’s here that Hillis has spent the better part of five decades, working to restore the natural beauty and diversity of his Mason County ranch while taking time to appreciate the natural history of the Hill Country. During this talk Hillis will guide first-time visitors and long-term residents alike in an appreciation for the Hill Country’s natural beauty and diversity.

Space is limited. Registration is required.

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Pricing
$15 per person
Free for members of the Wildflower Center, UT Faculty & Staff and UT Students with a valid ID.

Armadillos to Ziziphus will be available for purchase in the Wildflower Center’s gift store both before and after the event. David Hillis will be signing copies in the gift store on the day of this event from 2:10 – 2:30 p.m.

David M. Hillis is the director of the College of Natural Sciences’ Biodiversity Center. He was awarded a MacArthur Fellowship in 1999 and was elected to the US National Academy of Sciences in 2008. He is also known for his discovery of numerous new species, including Austin’s iconic Barton Springs Salamander.