1,000 oceanic manta rays seen in the Maldives
Landmark moment as 1,000th individual oceanic manta ray is recorded in Maldivian waters. The Indian Ocean archipelago has the third largest population in the world, after Ecuador and Mexico.
A gigantic prehistoric sea monster discovered on the UK’s Jurassic Coast has got scientists excited
Join Sir David Attenborough as he unravels the mysteries of this captivating creature in his documentary, Attenborough and the Giant Sea Monster
How a few pioneering Victorian women - and a fashion campaign - launched the RSPB, despite being written out of the society's history
Why were the women who founded the RSPB written out of history? A tale of fashion, feathers, fury and feminism reveals the original ‘angry birds’.
How nature can help us in creating a greener future
Nature is providing solutions to the climate crisis — but we need to do what we can to help
Photo story: stunning pictures capture the wild beauty of Shetland, Scotland's most northerly island outpost
Embark on a visual journey to the enchanting Shetland Isles through these breathtaking photographs that capture its majestic wildlife.
Schools of fish can swim as quietly as individuals. How 'acoustic stealth' could inspire next wave of submarines
The way fish move has a significant impact on how noisy the school is, according to a new study. Engineers say the finding could lead to the development of stealthier underwater vehicles.
How do flocks of birds fly so close together without colliding? The mystery explained
Fascinated by the closely co-ordinated manoeuvres of starling flocks and other birds? Phil Gates takes a look at how birds are able to synchronise so precisely - and avoid crashing
What is a cephalopod?
Cephalopods are an exclusively marine group comprising octopuses, cuttlefish, squids and nautiluses says Stuart Blackman
Ugh there's a tongue-eating parasite? Afraid so, and it grows as big as a cockroach. Meet Cymothoa exigua
What’s grosser than gross? A parasite that eats your tongue – and then lives in your mouth, as your tongue. Meet the nightmarish Cymothoa exigua.
How long do birds live?
Just how long do birds live? Stuart Blackman takes a look at the lifespan of birds
Birds
Which bird has the longest beak?
At 12cm this bird's amazing, dagger-like, beak is longer than its body
King penguin guide: species facts and where they live
Learn about the spectacular aquatic flightless bird known as the kind penguin in our expert guide, including essential species facts, diet and habitat. Plus, the mystery of the shrinking colony.
Loons in murky water. Why scientists in Wisconsin are worried about this icon of the northern wilderness
Reduced water clarity, caused by climate change, spells trouble for the common loon, according to a new study.
If the woodcock is a wader, why does it live in woods?
Mike Toms discusses this non-wading woodland wader
Should we feed bread to birds?
Should you feed bread to birds? Stuart Blackman takes a look at the evidence
Grouse shooting: 'Seismic' changes set for industry as new Scottish law aims to tackle raptor persecution
The Scottish grouse industry will be regulated for the first time in its history in an effort to address the longstanding illegal persecution of birds of prey across Scotland.
How to identify wildlife
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How to identify wildlife paths and beds
Tall vegetation in midsummer makes it easy to spot the regular paths that wild animals take - and where they rested.
How to identify mammal bones on the seashore
Mammal expert Steve Harris discusses which mammal bones you might find washed ashore, and how to identify them.
How to identify baby birds
Identify common baby birds with this handy chart
Roe deer guide: what they eat, how big they are and how to age a roe deer by their antlers
Learn all about the roe deer, Britain's most widespread deer
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 oldest tree in the world?
There is some debate surrounding the world's oldest tree. Here's why
Weirdest plants in the world: Discover some of the world's wackiest flora
Meet some of the weirdest and oddest plants on the planet
What's the fastest growing plant?
Did you know the fastest growing plant in the world can grow nearly a metre a day?
A tree that grows underground and a volcano-dwelling orchid. Discover 10 weird and wonderful plants and fungi new to science
Kew scientists pick 10 of their favourite plants and fungi named in 2023, with highlights including two new species of tree that grow underground, an orchid found on a volcano and three species of Antarctic fungi.