Just 10 miles off the northern tip of mainland Scotland, Orkney is an archipelago of 70 islands, rich in Neolithic relics and nature reserves. The area draws birders and historians from around the ...

Some species are at their most active in winter, whether they’re flying, feeding, or mating. From elephant seals in ...

Find out how the shape of a bird of prey’s wings will explain why they live where they live. Can you guess where a bird of prey hunts based on the shape of its wings? Major Funding by the Laura Moore ...

Typed catalog of birds collected by Holt and colleagues in Brazil and Venezuela from 18 September 1930 to 12 June 1931 during the National Geographic Society, Brazilian - Venezuelan Expedition.

Starlings and blue tits, meanwhile, use scent to seek out aromatic plants such as yarrow, hogweed and elder, which they weave ...

Some species are at their most active in winter, whether they’re flying, feeding, or mating. From elephant seals in ...

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Sunlight flickers down the lush green wooded valley, alive with the sound of birds chirping and a river crackling over rocks. In front of us are two glasses of delicious dry sparkling wine, shimmering ...

From landscapes and street to architecture, portraits, and beyond – these international photography contests want to see your ...

One of the most attractive critters at the zoo splashes through frigid waters: polar bears, the beauties of the Arctic Circle ...

There’s no shortage of public land to explore in America, but when it comes to unforgettable scenery, easy access, and ...

When saltwater crocodiles become a risk to people’s safety, they are often killed or taken into captivity. Is this fair? Do they really develop a preference for human meat?