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Scientists hid 956 camera traps across the Himalayas, sprayed them with perfume and waited...
The researchers were on a mission to learn more about one of India's most elusive apex predators. Here's what they discovered.
Tiny golden birds are flooding into Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Here’s why
Warmer temperatures are leading these irrepressible golden-hued birds to expand their range in the USA.
Blue, green and even gold – this shark uses crystals to change colour, new study finds
The secret to blue sharks' iconic hue is hidden in their scales – and they might even be able to change colour, say scientists.
Mysterious deep-sea sharks are gathering between Denmark, Sweden and Norway – and we know why
A passage of water in the North Sea known as the Skagerrak is a hotspot for young Greenland sharks, according to a new study. But what are the elusive animals doing there?
“Huge numbers” of sharks seen circling remote island deep in Pacific Ocean – here's why there are so many
The incredible footage was captured in an enormous marine protected area, which allows sharks to thrive and keep the ocean healthy.
“This was a high-speed, high-stakes pursuit… the pace was relentless!" Divers spot rare manta ray chase at remote atoll
During courtship, manta rays perform elaborate mating trains where males chase the female in an intricate dance.
Powerful and majestic: the best shark photos of 2025 revealed
See sharks, rays and skates in dazzling detail as the winners of the Shark Photographer of the Year 2025 competition are announced.
At 3.6 metres tall, this prehistoric giant is Earth's tallest bird ever. Now 600 years after its extinction scientists are trying to bring it back... Will they succeed?
Biosciences company Colossal plans to create animals resembling the giant flightless birds using DNA technology.
Blind dragon-like creatures found crawling through South Korean caves
Four species of blind cave-dwelling pseudoscorpions with dragon-like jaws have been discovered in South Korea.
See the world's most powerful wildlife photos – including a baby macaque dreaming in its mother's arms
This summer, the Eden Project in Cornwall is hosting 100 award-winning images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition – here are a few of our favourite photos from the exhibition.
Helicopter expedition stumbles upon group of rare large-eared animals in Patagonian mountains
The are thought to be fewer than 1,500 of these elusive mammals left in Chile and Argentina.
There really is a herd of water buffalo living in Hong Kong
There are thought to be around 180 feral water buffalo in Hong Kong. A new study explores how residents feel about living alongside these unlikely neighbours.
Scientists sink cow 1,629m into South China Sea, then gigantic animal appears out of the gloom
The enormous deep-sea creature, which can grow up to seven metres in length, has never been filmed in this part of the world before.
Drone captures Greenland ice tearing open to reveal humungous animal beneath
The colossal marine creature can be seen breaking through the ice to take several breaths of air before returning to the deep.
Wild killer whales filmed offering food to humans – here's what scientists think it means
Researchers found 34 instances of killer whales approaching humans with a range of food items, including dead fish and birds, stunned stingrays and incapacitated sharks.
"Feels like magic": the mind-bending videos helping scientists understand why corals bleach
The development of a new microscope is allowing experts to see what’s going on inside corals like never before – and it might help them understand bleaching.
When this tiger shark bumped into a ray, something truly shocking happened
Scientists have observed electric rays delivering a shock to sharks to protect themselves.
19 breathtaking wildlife images from the International Aerial Photographer of the Year
Look at Earth from a new perspective with these stunning shots from the inaugural International Aerial Photographer of the Year competition.
Existence of 'Asian unicorn' can neither be proven nor disproven, say scientists. Here's what we know
The almost mythical, horned saola was last seen in the remote highland forests of Vietnam and Laos in 2023. Scientists are trying to find out if it still exists...
Strange bird from New Zealand set for rare breeding event as 'blood' tree fruits
2026 is a mast year for the rimu tree, meaning critically endangered Kākāpo are due to breed. Here's what conservationists – who say it could result in the largest haul of chicks in recent years – are doing to be ready in time.
Here's how deer meat could save Scotland's elusive capercaillie
In a new study, researchers say that 'diversionary feeding' reduces the chances of these iconic birds' eggs being eaten by predators.
“Everything is bigger in Texas”: fossil hunters unearth 'giant' animal in Big Bend National Park
Palaeontologists say the ancient remains belong to the largest Palaeocene marsupial ever found in North America.
The "absolutely adorable” reason this octopus is hiding behind a twig
The curious octopus – filmed in Florida – appears to be playing hide-and-seek with a diver.
Giant river otters return to Argentina after 40-year absence
Previously extinct in Argentina, a family of four giant river otters has been released in Iberá as part of efforts to return the animals to the wild.