It's the only mammal that's covered in scales, has one of the longest tongues in the world and is one of the most trafficked animals on the planet
Meet the weird-looking pangolin and learn why they are threatened with extinction.
Diver films strange animal "ballet" in Bali
When they swim together in a close group, striped eel catfish look much more intimidating to potential predators.
"Want to hear a tiger cub roar? It’s unforgettable!” Camera trap captures rare moment in Asian jungle
Tiger populations in Thailand are increasing, giving conservationists hope for the future of the species.
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.
World's most venomous animals: 10 deadly creatures that pack quite a lethal punch
It's not just particular snakes and spiders you have to watch out for! Here are our top ten venomous animals, from surprising sea creatures to primates.
Lethal lizards that can kill: Meet the world’s deadliest lizards
Lizards are armed with venom, muscle and a deadly bite. Meet some of the world’s most dangerous reptilian predators
When researchers hid a camera off the coast of South Africa, a "creepy creature" appeared and attacked this shark
Shark “finds out the hard way” why it shouldn’t mess with this bizarre ocean animal.
"Why should animals be sacrificed for their wild cousins?" Can we still justify keeping animals in zoos through conservation?
Many people believe zoos have an important role to play in conserving species. We investigate if this really justifies keeping animals in captivity.
“A sight few have ever witnessed”: blue whale gathering stuns wildlife watchers in San Diego
Blue whales are the largest animal on the planet but finding them in the vast ocean can take hours of searching.
Can any animals kill a great white shark?
Great white sharks are an epic predator but other animals can harm them to
Birds
Why do ostriches have two knees?
Stuart Blackman explains why an ostrich's legs look so strange
This 'karaoke queen' uses its song to fend off rival mates from vicious nest vandalism
The female superb lyrebirds have a voice – and a taste for vandalism – which they aren't afraid to use.
They can jump, lay half-eggs and never get cold feet: 14 penguin facts that prove just how incredible these seabirds are
From minuscule fairy penguins to half-egg-laying oddities, the world of penguins is full of surprises. Here are some fascinating facts about these remarkable seabirds.
“Unbelievable thing to see”: Drone captures never-seen-before footage of penguin chicks plunging 50 feet into Antarctic Ocean
The dramatic footage was filmed for National Geographic's series Secret Lives of Penguins.
Can animals catch yawns off humans? And why on Earth do we yawn anyway?
Although it might not be exactly clear why humans and animals yawn, the contagiousness of yawns is undoubtable – but how does it work in the animal kingdom?
How do wading birds find food in mud?
Discover how waders use their unique bills and special sensors to detect tasty treats.
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
What's the largest forest in the world?
Ever wondered what the largest rainforest in the world is? And what do we even class as a forest anyway?
“A new layer of complexity”: scientists record bioelectrical tree communication during solar eclipse
A new study carried out in Italy's Dolomite Mountains provides further evidence that trees are capable of complex communication, say researchers.
Are plants clever? Just how do plants make decisions?
How do plants know what to do if they don't have a brain or a nervous system? We investigate
Why do flowers point up or down?
Botanist Phil Gates discusses the adaptations of flowering plants.