Tiny golden birds are flooding into Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Here’s why
Warmer temperatures are leading these irrepressible golden-hued birds to expand their range in the USA.
Blue, green and even gold – this shark uses crystals to change colour, new study finds
The secret to blue sharks' iconic hue is hidden in their scales – and they might even be able to change colour, say scientists.
Mysterious deep-sea sharks are gathering between Denmark, Sweden and Norway – and we know why
A passage of water in the North Sea known as the Skagerrak is a hotspot for young Greenland sharks, according to a new study. But what are the elusive animals doing there?
Why The Gambia should be your next birdwatching holiday destination
Diverse landscapes, incredible weather and over 600 species of birds. Read on to discover what makes this West African country ideal for birdwatching trips.
“Huge numbers” of sharks seen circling remote island deep in Pacific Ocean – here's why there are so many
The incredible footage was captured in an enormous marine protected area, which allows sharks to thrive and keep the ocean healthy.
“This was a high-speed, high-stakes pursuit… the pace was relentless!" Divers spot rare manta ray chase at remote atoll
During courtship, manta rays perform elaborate mating trains where males chase the female in an intricate dance.
Dramatic footage shows moment two massive elephant seals collide in Antarctica
The two bull elephant seals are fighting for control of the beach – a brutal contest of size, strength and strategy.
Powerful and majestic: the best shark photos of 2025 revealed
See sharks, rays and skates in dazzling detail as the winners of the Shark Photographer of the Year 2025 competition are announced.
It’s 3 metres long, shaped like a scythe and stuns prey – this is the longest tail on Earth
While you might think that the record holder for the world's largest tail could belong to a whale, that's not technically true
The world's weirdest lakes – including one that vanishes and one that contains a fluid that's not water...
From the deepest to the oldest, the deadliest to the smallest here are the weirdest lakes in the world
Birds
At 3.6 metres tall, this prehistoric giant is Earth's tallest bird ever. Now 600 years after its extinction scientists are trying to bring it back... Will they succeed?
Biosciences company Colossal plans to create animals resembling the giant flightless birds using DNA technology.
How to help your garden wildlife in a heatwave: don't let them suffer in silence
As temperatures soar and we revel in the summer sunshine once again, our local wildlife could be struggling to cope! Find out how you can help them through the heatwave.
This honking ‘satanic turkey’ has a unicorn-like horn, hollow bones and rustles like bubble wrap
The 'air jousting' avian is famed for its loud calls akin to a rubber foot pump with hiccups
Built for a life above the waves, this legendary long-distance glider has the world's biggest wingspan and can soar for thousands of kilometres without stopping
Spending most of their lives at sea and covering vast distances, little was known about these elusive seabirds until relatively recently. Find out more about albatrosses in this expert guide from the RSPB, including the threats they face, and their outlook for the future.
15 weirdest birds on the planet: meet the strangest wonders of the avian world – including one that asks humans for help and another that smells like a cow
There are plenty of contenders for the weirdest bird list from the 'stinky' hoatzin to the strange-looking secretary bird. Here are our favourite weirdest birds
It's as long as a football goal, has legs as thick as wrists and is able to rip monkeys from branches with deadly talons: Meet the world's most powerful bird
What are harpy eagles? Where do they live and just how big are they? Learn all about this iconic eagle in our expert guide
How to identify wildlife
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How to identify mammal skulls - and work out the creature they once belonged to
Skulls can be found virtually anywhere, but skull identification can be difficult. Learn how to identify common mammal skulls in our expert guide.
Toad vs frog: How to tell the difference between a common frog and a common toad
Two of the UK's most familiar and widespread amphibian species are the common frog and the common toad, but do you know how to tell them apart?
How to identify animal droppings: Our guide to the wildlife poop you might find in your garden or out on a walk
Droppings or scats can tell us a lot about which animals have been visiting our gardens, parks and countryside, including hedgehogs, foxes and badgers. Our expert guide explains how to identify which poos belong to which species. Plus, animal droppings from species from around the world – and fungi and insects you might spot on droppings.
Swift or swallow: what's the difference between these two incredible long-distance migrants?
Know your swallows from your swifts? Tom Hibbert from The Wildlife Trusts takes a look at some of the differences…
Heron vs egret: what's the difference between these two leggy, long-necked, elegant birds?
Know your herons from your egrets? Tom Hibbert from The Wildlife Trusts takes a look at some of the differences…
Plants
10 desert plants that thrive in hostile and inhospitable conditions – often in extreme temperatures
Deserts are home to some of the most extraordinary plants on Earth. Here are our top 10 species, from Antarctica flowers to delicious date palms
Did you know amber is fossilized resin and millions of years old? It might look nice as jewellery but it also reveals secrets from ancient animals...
Amber is fossilised resin that can preserve the structures of small creatures, but, sadly, can’t bring back the dinosaurs.
What's the world's most poisonous tree?
The world's most poisonous tree must rely on tides and currents to disperse its fruits.
This tree is one of the most toxic in the world, with just 50g of foliage able to kill a human within hours
Old and gnarled, yew trees are a familiar tree in our landscape and are often associated with churchyards. Our expert guide explores this native tree.