African Wildlife
Hippo guide: how big they are, what they eat, how fast they run - and why they are one of the most dangerous animals in the world
The second largest animal on land after the elephant, the Hippopotamus or hippo is a fascinating species which is most powerful – and dangerous in water. Find out more about hippos in our expert guide, including species facts and where to see in the wild.
Remembering Rhinos: stunning photographs of the iconic rhino
The follow up to the highly acclaimed Remembering Elephants, this book a tribute to rhinos and comprises of images generously donated by many of the world’s best wildlife photographers.
Meet the world's most murderous mammal: the meerkat
They may look cute, but the matriarchal meerkat society is deadly.
Remembering Cheetahs: beautiful photographs of the world's fastest mammal
Remembering Cheetahs is the fifth instalment in the charity book series by the Remembering Wildlife team, and features images donated by more than 70 of the world's top wildlife photographers.
Remembering African Wild Dogs: Beautiful photographs of this wild canine, also known as painted dogs.
Remembering African Wild Dogs is the sixth instalment of the acclaimed Remembering Wildlife book series, and aims to raise awareness of this misunderstood mammal with stunning images donated by world-leading wildlife photographers.
What’s the world's smallest cat? Meet the tiny felines barely bigger than a ruler
Smaller than an adult domestic cat, there are two species of wild cat that could be considered the world’s smallest cat.
Remembering Lions: beautiful photographs of this majestic cat
Remembering Lions is the fourth instalment in the charity book series by the Remembering Wildlife team, and features images donated by more than 70 of the world's top wildlife photographers.
How to watch Serengeti III
The dramatised wildlife series Serengeti returns to the BBC One for a third season, this time narrated by Bridgerton actress Adjoa Andoh. Find out when it's on and meet some of the animals staring in it
What are the smallest monkeys and primates in the world?
Smaller than an average adult human hand, the smallest monkeys and primates are truly tiny. BBC Wildlife’s Megan Shersby finds out more.
Bonobo guide: where they live, how they’re related to chimps, and why they have such a fascinating society
Closely related to chimpanzees, bonobos were once thought to be a type of chimpanzee. But research revealed they were a different species, with a very different society structure.
Cuckoo guide: why they call ‘cuckoo’, how they trick other birds, and where they go in winter
With its classic call and famous parasitic behaviour, the cuckoo is familiar bird to many people – even if they've not heard or seen one. Learn more about this harbinger of spring in our expert guide.
Honey badger guide: why they’re aggressive, where they're found and whether they're clever
Renowned for fighting larger animals, the honey badger (also known as the ratel) is a notorious mammal found across much of Africa and Asia.
Wildlife to see in Madagascar and the places to go
This huge island nation Madagascar is a dream destination for outdoor and wildlife enthusiasts. Explore its parks and reserves to see many species that can be found nowhere else on Earth.
Why do lions take so many sexual partners?
Lucy Cooke explains why licentious lionesses are simply protecting their offspring
Gorilla guide: where they live, diet, and conservation
Our guide to one of our closest relatives – the gorilla, including the difference between the two species, why they're endangered and conservation work.
Chimpanzee guide: where they live, what they eat, and how they use tools and weapons
Our expert guide to chimpanzees reveals the answers to the most common questions about one of our closest living relatives
Elephant guide: where do they live, what do they eat and how to identify them
Learn more about the world's largest land mammals, including what they weigh, if they are dangerous and how good their memory is.
How to watch Eden: Untamed Planet
In a new BBC Two series, Helena Bonham Carter introduces us to some of the planet's most stunning wildernesses around the world, and their beautiful and fascinating inhabitants.
The best wildlife livestreams to watch around the world
Thanks to the wonders of technology and the dedication of conservationists, it's now possible to watch a range of wildlife around the world via webcams from the comfort of your home. Here is an extensive list of species you can livestream, including eagles, owls, puffins, hummingbirds, elephants and manatees and how to watch.
Why female spotted hyenas rule the pack
Find out why females are in charge of the complex social systems of laughing hyenas
Why a wave of hippo poop is great news for predators, but not for fish
We explain how hippos and their poop re-engineers the ecosystems around them, and how that can mean life or death for other species.
How to watch Surviving Paradise: A Family Tale
Narrated by Bridgerton star Regé-Jean Page, Surviving Paradise: A Family Tale takes us to the Okavango Delta and the fight to survive.
Giraffe numbers increasing, but numbers are still low warns charity
A positive population trend has been reported by a giraffe conservation charity, providing hope for the iconic species.
Collective names for animals
Discover some of the more unusual collective nouns for different groups of animals, from ‘a bloat of hippopotamuses’ to ‘a confusion of wildebeest’.