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Deep in the Malaysian forest, I found a prehistoric-looking insect that's left scientists puzzled for hundreds of years
The females also remain forever young – as they stay in a juvenile form – and contain plenty of unpleasant chemicals.
They can't vomit, one is poisonous and another is as heavy as a newborn baby - 11 amazing rat facts you (probably) don't know
Despite their slightly bad press, rats are intelligent and fascinating creatures. From their super-sensitive whiskers to their surprising ability to laugh, there's plenty to admire about these impressive animals
These animals may all be female, but that doesn't stop them enjoying sex – thanks to a bit of role play
Some whiptail species are completely female and have virgin births
An expedition team were filming in a remote kelp forest in Patagonia when this happened
The divers came face to face with some “curious” creatures in the underwater forest.
These are the best wildlife documentaries to stream on BBC iPlayer now
The BBC's Natural History Unit has produced captured some of the most dazzling footage of wildlife from around the globe. We've chosen some of the best wildlife documentaries currently available to stream and catch up on BBC iPlayer
Muscles and guts of prehistoric animal found “preserved in unimaginable detail” in South African mountains
The fossilised remains, unearthed 25 years ago from farmland in the Cederberg Mountains, have only recently been described.
Scientists film dramatic videos of ambush predators hiding behind sharks to hunt
The extraordinary hunting behaviour was recorded around a small, rocky island in the Mediterranean Sea.
17 best David Attenborough documentaries to watch and stream: Unmissable wildlife television at your fingertips
Sir David Attenborough has had a career so prolific, presenting and narrating BBC natural history documentaries across decades, that he has undoubtedly reached legendary status. Here we take a look at some of David Attenborough's best documentaries to watch
This giant bird was once extinct in the UK but is wading through its wetlands again
As winter rolls into spring, the common crane sings and dances through Britain's wetlands once again, says Mike Dilger.
“Europe seems hellbent on creating the most hostile environment for bears.” Why can't Europeans live with predators?
Mark Carwardine on the rising tide of hostility towards Europe's largest predators.
Back from brink: 12 rare animals that have made a miraculous comeback from the verge of extinction
Nature has the potential to bounce back – sometimes it just needs a little help. Meet the species that have made spectacular recoveries from the edge of extinction.
It vomits up blood and urinates while feeding so it doesn’t explode – meet this bloodthirsty beast
Lucy Cooke explains how this bloodthirsty bum-biter has a surprisingly strong sisterhood – and why it's essential to their survival.
In the Amazon, bullet ants deliver agonising pain to boys as young as 12 – here's why. And can Steve Backshall handle the heat?
The bullet ant delivers the most painful sting in the world – so why are they being woven into gloves?
This strange animal survives winter by stopping its heart for 8 months and 'dying' before leaping back to life in spring
This frog survives winter by spending it frozen solid - literally
It has 24 eyes and is one of the world's deadliest animals, with a sting so venomous it can kill a human in minutes
This is one animal you should definitely give a wide birth if you see it, says Melissa Hobson
Explorers stumble across whale carcass at bottom of ocean – what they find feasting on it fills them with awe
Despite its long, drifting journey into the deep ocean, the marine scientists discover that the dead whale still has life to give.
One of the world's fiercest warriors, this is a formidable predator with powerful jaws capable of crushing bone
All you need to know about one of the world's most aggressive animals - the wolverine
Why scientists just bred these baby red fish with 'hands' in Tasmania
Researchers hope these adorable babies can bring this rare species back from the edge of extinction.
Why do cats purr? The fascinating reasons behind the feline purr
Rae Foreman-Worsley from Cats Protection discusses the mystery behind a cat’s purr
On the brink of extinction: The 11 rarest cats in the world, from the beautiful Arabian leopard to the weird flat-headed cat
There are more wild cats out there than just lions and tigers. Get to know some of the world's most elusive and rarest felines.
Bewitching glass octopus rarely seen alive filmed near remote Pacific islands
Deep-sea researchers saw the translucent octopus at a seamount 651m below the surface.
Mysterious tusked animal caught on trail cam in Vietnam forest after decades-long search
The rare creature was seen wandering through Cao Bang province in the north-east of the country.
What's the biggest owl? Here's a clue – it has a colossal 2 metre wingspan
Did you know the largest owl in the world has a wingspan of around two metres?
World's rarest whales and dolphins: 10 beautiful cetaceans in danger of disappearing forever
We take a look at the cetaceans on the brink of extinction