This tall waterbird, native to Eurasia, was spotted in Nantucket. Could the species soon establish a foothold in the Americas ...

An experiment on reptile decomposition aims to shed light on a variety of paleontological mysteries, including why so many ...

You’re outside when suddenly you hear an unfamiliar chirp. Looking around, you wonder, “Is it a squirrel?” “Is it a bat?” And ...

A scuba diver until age 79, Georgette Apol Douwma photographed reefs around the world and then transformed her images into dazzling kaleidoscopic designs. Photographer Georgette Apol Douwma’s ...

See why this Alaskan national park offers the world’s top bear-watching experience. A brown bear searches for salmon along a creek in Alaska’s Katmai National Park. The park supports one of the ...

From a pink dolphin slinking through the Amazon's waters to the sight of monarch butterflies filling the skies of Mexico, this year's best photos will take you on a journey across the planet.

National Geographic announces its annual roundup of destinations recognized for offering the best experiences for travelers around the globe. ‘Malicious’: Fresh blow to North Korea Man collapses ...

In the face of notable bird population losses and a rising interest in birdwatching from younger generations, the UK’s travel industry has responded. Now at the heart of Europe’s birdwatching scene, ...

The world the Maya made has been shrouded by jungle for centuries. Now, a tool called lidar is revealing its staggering scale and sophistication. An aerial view hardly hints at the true size of ...

The great Indian bustard is critically endangered, but the Indian government has found a clever way of breeding the species in captivity. Arambh, a five-day-old Great Indian Bustard hatchling, was ...

As spring begins, so does a fresh song at daybreak, unique to the season. Just before the sun rises, birds start singing their melodies, creating a chirpy symphony. “It's the epitome of spring,” says ...