Renowned biologist Craig Stanford embarks on an eye-opening journey through the perilous world of the most critically endangered reptiles in The Turtle Crisis: Turtles and Tortoises on the Brink of Extinction. Discover the fascinating biology and behavior of these remarkable animals, and gain insight into the complex web of threats they face-from habitat destruction to illegal trade. The paradox of a turtle's invulnerability inside a hard shell but utter defenselessness in the face of human threats is endlessly poignant. Through stunning imagery from the Turtle Conservancy and Stanford's accessible narrative, The Turtle Crisis highlights the urgent need for global action to protect not only these iconic species, but all of Earth's threatened biodiversity.