Australia
Why one of the world's strangest animals - the confusing-looking duck-billed platypus - was sent to Winston Churchill during the war
In the midst of war, Britain’s Prime Minister was obsessed with platypuses – and was sent one by the Australian government, despite the long journey and danger of U-boats.
Dingo guide: how to identify, whether they're a separate species and the threats they face
Meet the dingo, an iconic species of Australia
What is the world’s largest moth?
There are a few moth species vying for this title of biggest moth, and the winner depends on what you are measuring – the wingspan, the weight or the surface area of wings.
The best wildlife livestreams to watch around the world
Thanks to the wonders of technology and the dedication of conservationists, it's now possible to watch a range of wildlife around the world via webcams from the comfort of your home. Here is an extensive list of species you can livestream, including eagles, owls, puffins, hummingbirds, elephants and manatees and how to watch.
New 'killer tobacco plant' species described from a truck stop
Scientists have named several new species of Nicotiana from Australia, one of which is the first wild tobacco plant known to trap and kill small insects.
Whale shark guide: what they eat, where they're found and why they're endangered
The whale shark is the world's largest shark and fish species, with a maximum age estimated to be 100 years and it's thought they can reach up to 20 metres in length.
How to watch Penguins: Meet The Family
Liz Bonnin narrates this BBC One programme exploring the 18 species of the penguin family.
Do octopuses ever live together?
Octopuses are typically solitary creatures, but a group of them were found living together off Australia's coastline.
‘Firehawk’ behaviour – strategic pack hunting or just birds clutching at (burnt) straws?
Meet the aerial arsonists that are potentially setting forests ablaze deliberately.
Water temperature affects how long crocodiles can hold their breath
One of the world's leading crocodile researchers has uncovered surprising facts about these reptiles.