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“A deeper genetic mystery.” This spider sports a smiley face – and scientists just discovered a new species of it
The happy-face spider was thought to be unique to Hawaii – until now.
"Baby monkeys are traumatically taken from their mothers and kept in poor conditions." Why is there a growing demand for primates as pets?
The trafficking of wild-caught animals for the pet trade is a huge global business
7 animals you simply have to see in New York's Central Park
In the heart of New York City, Central Park plays host to more than just joggers and tourists. These surprising animals are found living among its lakes, woods and meadows
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"It has webbed feet, a powerful rudder-like tail and a water-resistant coat." 7 wild cats that are incredible swimmers, with 1 underwater specialist
You might think cats hate water – but in the wild, many feline species take to it with surprising ease. Meet the cats that dive, paddle and wade like pros
Each year, around 100 of the ocean’s deadliest predators gather off the coast of Australia. Scientists have now worked out why
Orcas are known for their teamwork and close-knit pods, but do they get together in greater numbers?
“That innocent question hit me like a lightning bolt." Scientist's two-year-old son inspires discovery of new type of worker honeybee
Secrets of the hive unlocked thanks to child’s question.
This cave lion was unearthed from Siberian permafrost. Scientists analysed its DNA – and made an unexpected discovery
It turns out there’s a lot more to extinct cave lions than scientists first thought…
An extensive list of best nature documentaries to watch, from the iconic Life on Earth to new releases
Find the best nature documentaries of all time to stream from the comfort of home with our ultimate TV guide. Plus, where to buy the accompanying books and DVDs.
"That’s the length of a double decker bus!" 10 metre monster tops biggest snakes in the world list
Discover the biggest snakes in the world including the reticulated python and green anaconda
Puffins vs hedgehogs: The 18 animals that could feature on UK banknotes – and the public can now vote
The Bank of England has released a shortlist of creatures that could feature on the next round of banknotes
A gobsmacking 500,000 babies born at one time in one place... That's one colossal delivery room
Almost half a million wildebeest are born within a few weeks in the Serengeti
Expedition to remote Angolan plateau reveals dozens of dazzling new species
Numerous species previously unknown to science have been discovered in a ‘biodiversity blank spot’ in Angola on the west coast of Southern Africa.
"Stop, prevent your death! Go no further." 9 deadliest, most terrifying caves on the planet
For those who chose to explore them, caves are a source of fascination, but these can be dark, inhospitable places, full of twist and turns and tunnels and chambers says Helen Pilcher.
"At worst it can cause necrosis, the death of tissues and organs while the rest of your body still lives." 10 deadliest animals in the Sahara Desert
Deadly snakes, spiders, big cats – and even crocodiles – this barren landscape is home to some of the most dangerous animals in the world
"Imagine a scorpion that was the same size as a house cat." 10 gigantic, deadly, prehistoric insects that are the most terrifying to have ever lived
Entomophobes look away now! Here are some of the largest, deadliest, and most terrifying bugs to ever live…
Masturbation in birds is “healthy, natural and widespread”, say scientists
The research challenges the widely-held belief that stress and captivity encourages the behaviour
A blood-sucking fly was driving this Galápagos bird to extinction. Then conservationists stepped in
The Critically Endangered Galápagos mangrove finch has had its most successful breeding season on record, with 25 fledglings recorded.
"It has a lethally large inner toe tipped by a deadly dagger-like claw..." 15 weirdest, strangest birds on the planet, including one that reeks of fresh cow manure
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
Scientists took water samples from a pier in California – and made a surprising discovery about a "ruthless predator"
Meet the predatory plankton that harpoons toxic plankton and glows like a broken nightlight.
These 50-million-year-old giants are taller than the Statue of Liberty – and there are thousands of them
Utah's Bryce Canyon isn’t a canyon at all, but a vast high plateau carved into numerous amphitheatres – and within these incredible rock formations there is life.
This may be the most photographed tree on the planet. Here's how it got so famous
The Wānaka Tree, rising from the shallow waters of Lake Wānaka in New Zealand, is a must-photograph for many nature-lovers. But why?
“Enveloped by the mouth and suffocated inside, 6,000 teeth scraping, rasping and boring into its flesh…”
Hidden away in New Zealand’s forests is a giant snail that eats earthworms like spaghetti.
“They live in paradise – there really is no need to leave.” There’s a temple in India where locals go to worship – alongside 20,000 rats
At a temple in Rajasthan, black rats are not pests but family, thriving in an ecosystem shaped by faith
A rare and mysterious creature has just been detected in a remote Kenyan forest. Here’s why experts are so excited
One of Africa’s rarest creatures is caught on a trail camera – hundreds of kilometres from where it was expected to be
