Austin Kelly
Austin R. Kelly is a broad-range ecologist and botanist and the founder of ARK Ecological Consulting LLC. With extensive experience across Texas and the entire United States, Austin specializes in botanical and wildlife surveying, habitat and wetland evaluation, vegetation monitoring, ecohydrology, and comprehensive land management planning. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for both the Texas Chapter of the Society for Ecological Restoration and the Texas Brigades. His expertise bridges academic research and practical on-the-ground application, helping private landowners and large-scale agencies take inventory of what natural resources are available, analyze their condition, and execute habitat restoration and management goals tailored to their unique ecosystems.