The history of the Florida Panther, a symbol of reverence and revulsion

​Hailed as an iconic conservation success story, the Florida panther has a complex, little-known history. National Geographic – 25 April … More

Soon To Be On The Moon – Video

NASA Astronaut G. Reid Wiseman G. Reid Wiseman served as Flight Engineer aboard the International Space Station for Expedition 41. … More

‘Brain food’ is real. Here’s what to eat to keep it healthy and strong.

National Geographic – 5 April “Milk for your bones, carrots for your eyes—but what about your brain? Here are the … More

Want to help wildlife? Turn off your lights.

National Geographic – 4 April “It’s not just about seeing the stars. Bright city lights disorient animals like birds, leading … More

“…To Sleep – Perchance to Dream…”

Are you a ‘lark’ or an ‘owl’? Your body clock holds the answer.The sleep/wake cycle is just part of a … More

The Battle to Save Nepal’s Wildlife – Video

Tigers and rhinos were almost poached to extinction in Nepal – now their numbers are on the rise. We ask … More

At Long Last, a Donkey Family Tree

In a new study, genetics and archaeology combine to reveal the ancient origins of humanity’s first beast of burden. By Franz … More

Who were the first people to ride horses? Ancient skeletons reveal new clues

The roughly 5,000-year-old human remains were found in graves from the Yamnaya culture, and the discovery may partially explain their … More

What were Neanderthals really like—and why did they go extinct?

These ancient hominids, who disappeared 40,000 years ago, were once thought to be brutish. But recent discoveries have hinted they … More

What are wetlands, and why are they so critical for life on Earth?

These unique ecosystems have a small footprint but play a big role in providing habitat for wildlife, and protecting us … More