National Geographic (January 2024)

130 pages. Features: *In search of still lifes: By showing elements of ecosystems, a Canadian photographer fosters greater appreciation for nature’s smaller things *We need play, seriously: It's time well spent, researchers say. Having fun is actually fundamental to the survival of our species *On the coat tales: Not one but two spotless giraffes have been recently spotted *A gift, when it matters most: During a difficult photo assignment, salvation came from the pope *Ara Kusuma: She's helped more than 4,500 children in Indonesian villages get access to high-quality education *Trailing the royals: Centuries-old footpaths offer spectacular glimpses into Hawaiian culture and history *Flight of the monarchs: These butterflies get a boost from scientists and citizens *Reproductive revolution: Technology is pushing the linits of fertility *Between two worlds: In the Amazon, a tribe uses modern tools to protect its traditions *A fragile fabric of living things: The U.S. Endangered Species Act has aided at-risk wildlife for 50 years *Treasure Island: Solo sojourns in an uninhabited place bring a sense of freedom