Over a million species of animals and plants are now hanging by a thread, more than ever before in human history, says the ...

Camouflage is Mother Nature's greatest form of deception, and these animals are doing it better than any others.

Arctic permafrost is thawing fast. That affects us all. As the frozen ground warms much faster than expected, it’s reshaping the landscape—and releasing carbon gases that fuel global warming.

A new push for more oil and gas drilling, mining, and logging threatens irreparable damage to irreplaceable habitats.

A ghostly white figure perched on a Texas light pole has left residents and birdwatchers stunned. A snowy owl, a bird usually ...

More than a trip, this is a hands-on scientific adventure in one of Earth’s last untouched frontiers, where glaciers tower, wildlife roams, and discovery happens at every turn. Guided by renowned ...

From Alaska’s wild Arctic to California’s secret islands, uncover 5 lesser-known national parks that outshine even the big names.

The Alaskan Coastal brown bear will be the first in the world to receive a titanium crown after having some recent dental ...

When I was accepted for graduate school at Idaho State University in 1974, I knew what my MS research would be on — the black ...

From Arctic wolves to a rampaging rhino to an impressionistic image of waves, this contest showcases some of the best nature images of the year.

Whether you want to stargaze under its open skies, recreate at a lake, take in a rodeo or chase a few storms across the vast ...

Putting the well-being of animals first should be every photographer’s goal. National Geographic photographers share tips on how they do it.