Monday, April 30, 2018

This little critter is no pet lizard

"Endangered species are our friends." 4/30/18

Don't Mess With the Texas Horned Lizard

This vicious-looking guy is a Texas horned lizard. They're defensive critters, with the horns to prove it. Frequently preyed upon by other animals, their distinct coloration and ability to inflate or flatten their bodies allow these lizards to hide in plain sight. Sadly, due to Texas's rapid urbanization, their numbers in the wild have dropped drastically.

Sweden's 73-Year-Old Queen of Ice

Iona Hägglund is a 73-year-old winter swimmer navigating Sweden's frigid waters. Training up to three times a week, Iona swims the length of a frozen lake where temperatures are so low, water can turn to ice in mere seconds. Although a bike accident left her with a broken neck, nothing could keep Iona out of the water. Now, after months of training, she's back in the game.

Meet New York's Master Wigmaker

Nicholas Piazza has been in the hair business for 50 years, creating intricate handmade wigs from human hair. This attention to detail has paid off; Piazza's manes have appeared in high-profile magazines, fashion shoots and films, and they've changed lives for those suffering from hair loss due to medical treatments. 

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