These birds have evolved to withstand the equatorial sun and shelter in volcanic rocks along a subtropical coastline. After ...

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A record-high share of U.S. adults say they think global warming will pose a “serious threat” to them in their lifetime, ...

A one-foot-long baby squid was spotted swimming in the waters around the South Sandwich islands. The footage is unprecedented ...

In celebration of Earth Month and ahead of Earth Day, National Geographic has unveiled the ourHOME Sweepstakes, giving one winner the trip of a lifetime: An expedition to Antarctica for two. Running ...

Minnesota may be known for its accent and music icon Prince, but the state is also home to pristine national and state parks, ...

However, using advanced drone technology, Gregory was able to capture a never-before-seen moment in penguin behavior when a group of chicks, having lost their way, faced a 50-foot cliff. The penguins' ...

A hidden ecosystem of giant sea spiders, octopuses, and other stunning sea creatures shows how life can flourish even when sealed off from the surface by a thick layer of ice. A large sponge, a ...

They’ve long been seen as a way to prevent cognitive decline—but experts say the real key to brain health goes far beyond ...