Freya Parr
Recent articles by Freya Parr
Watch the adorable moment this lost native species is officially restored to UK national park
After a 100-year absence, pine martens are once again exploring the woods of Exmoor National Park
How beavers are helping us fight climate change – one dam at a time
By restoring wetlands, reducing flooding and improving water quality, beavers are transforming Britain’s waterways and proving themselves unlikely allies in the fight against climate change
The world's chillest, most laid back rodent? These 8 photos reveal why capybaras are the most easy-going animals alive
From family life to feathered friends, see capybaras at their most companionable
Looking for beavers? These are the tell-tale signs that a beaver is nearby
Beavers are back in Britain's waterways – and they rarely go unnoticed. From gnawed tree stumps to muddy dams, here’s how to tell if one has been at work nearby
Panda-monium: These hilarious and adorable giant panda videos capture them at their clumsiest – and very cutest
From bamboo banquets to clumsy capers, this is pandas at their most charming
Cuddles, knuckle-walks and snack breaks: These 12 photos show just how human gorillas are
From their tender parenting to their surprising agility and quirky habits, we offer an intimate look at the daily lives of one of nature’s most captivating primates
Finding Nemo real-life species: Meet the actual sea creatures that inspired the Pixar classic
Think you know your clownfish from your cleaner shrimp? We dive into the real-life species behind the beloved characters of Finding Nemo – and reveal just how niche (and accurate) Pixar got with their casting
Taller than a double-decker bus or longer than a lorry: Meet the 10 tallest animals on Earth
Meet the animal kingdom’s true giants – record-breakers in height on land and in the sea
This weird wild dog – which has one enormous head – looks like it was designed by AI
With its square-shaped head, piercing gaze and cartoonish proportions, the Tibetan fox is perfectly adapted to the harsh heights of the Himalayas
Record-breaking runs, swimming successes and theatrical tussles: These 13 beautiful photos reveal the leopard’s astonishing abilities
The enigmatic leopard is a master of stealth – but photographers are occasionally able to capture their striking beauty in the wild
Silent assassins and tiny terrors: Meet the world's deadliest flies
They may be small, but some flies are far from harmless. Spreading deadly parasites and causing devastating diseases, meet the world’s most dangerous winged insects
These are the most dangerous wildlife jobs in the world – from anti-poaching rangers to marine biologists
From firefighting in wildlife reserves to tracking poachers in remote jungles, these wildlife jobs are some of the most dangerous in the world – but also among the most vital
Think polar bears are all fierce? These 14 captivating photos reveal their softer side
Polar bears might rule the Arctic, but they also have a surprisingly tender side – captured here in 14 striking moments in the wild
This weird Australian lizard is immune to deadly snake venom – now scientists have found the “ingenious” mutation responsible
Scientists have found that Australian skinks now have the same genetic mutation found in the famously fearless honey badger
Not all cats hate water: Meet the wild cats – big and small – that are expert swimmers, including one that can swim underwater
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
Its top speed is 50 miles per hour, it's constantly on the move and takes part in one of the greatest spectacles on Earth
Wildebeest are some of the most important and impressive animals on the African savanna. From mass migrations and group defence tactics to mysterious female horns, here’s what makes these large antelopes truly remarkable
It has no scales, swims upright and grips with its tail – so why is the seahorse considered a fish?
Its upright posture, rigid body and bony armour make it look more like an insect than a fish – so what actually IS a seahorse? And what defines a true fish?
The world's biggest slug is a forest beast the size of a frying pan – with an enormous appendage to match – and swings from trees to mate
This tree-climbing giant is one of the largest land slugs on Earth – and its bizarre mating ritual is unlike anything else in the natural world
Scientists have made a freaky 3D printed gel that’s alive – and eats CO2 (twice over)
Using bacteria, sunlight and seawater, scientists have created a material that captures carbon from the air and could change how we build our world
These are the 10 best scenic drives for wildlife lovers in US national parks
From bison-lined valleys to alpine passes above the clouds, these breathtaking routes through US national parks are a dream for wildlife lovers – and the drive is half the adventure
Do we eat spiders in our sleep? Here's the (perhaps surprising) truth
Myth or reality? We’ve all heard the story that we eat eight spiders a year in our sleep – but is it true?
Is this the most dangerous birth in prehistoric oceans?
BBC computer-animated footage reveals one of the deadliest births in the ancient oceans of the Jurassic
These 9 beautiful photos of sea turtles prove just how majestic (and fearless) these marine creatures can be
Flip out with these adorable photos to celebrate World Sea Turtle Day, a day that draws attention to the importance and beauty of these endangered animals
Gob-smacking BBC footage shows young wildebeest faced with a lethal almost suicidal cliff-face drop – does he jump?
Before they even reach the treacherous currents of the river, these wildebeest must leap from the sheer side of a cliff