This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. It is time to define the "Mission of Humanity" and the "Mission of Science", says Jim Fowler. Passionate about the natural world, Jim shares very humbly more than 40 years of exploring animal habitats and nature to explain how we should better communicate about tipping points that we are creating and how we should respect the natural world. Jim Fowler is a zoologist who is known for his work on "Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom" and presenting animals to audiences for over 40 years. He was a regular on Johnny Carson, the Today Show, received many awards and recognition from scientific institutions including the Lindbergh Award, National Wildlife Federation, the prestigious Explorer’s Club of which he became the Honorary President and then the Honorary Chairman. Jim's wife is a notable wildlife artist and his son Mark is a documentary film producer. His daughter, Carrie is a wildlife presenter and mother of 2. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)