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'The Darwin Centre shows the public more of our vital research and our internationally important collections. I hope the centre will inspire people to think about the natural environment differently and to take better care of our planet.'
Dr Michael Dixon - Director
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Species of the day
Read more about Aeshna isosceles (Norfolk hawker) View all species of the day
Aeshna isosceles (Norfolk hawker) - 04/09/2010
In Britain, this endangered species of dragonfly is found only around the Norfolk Broads, but it is also found in other parts of Europe and North Africa. In Norfolk, it prefers to live close to waterways where the water soldier plant - Stratiotes aloides grows. Its name Aeshna isosceles relates to a distinctive triangular marking on its abdomen. Find out more about this rare species.
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The Museum is open every day except 24-26 December. Last admission is at 17:30.
Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD, UK.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7942 5000
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What's on
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Butterfly Explorers
Explore different habitats across the world in our exciting butterfly house with live butterflies, and outdoor play area.
08 Apr 2010 - 26 Sep 2010 -
The Deep Sea
Plunge into the depths of the ocean at The Deep Sea exhibition. Meet the weirdest creatures on Earth.
28 May 2010 - 05 Sep 2010 -
Veolia Environnement Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2010
See stunning wildlife photographs from the 2010 competition at this year's exhibition.
22 Oct 2010 - 11 Mar 2011 -
New UK moth is species of the day - 02/09/2010
The Heckford pygmy moth, named earlier this year, is the Museum's species of the day today.
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Education
School programme
Explore our activities for all ages and abilities. They include foundation to A-level and activities at the new Darwin Centre.
Young Darwin Prize
Show off your skills as a filmmaker and put your local environment in the spotlight. This is the perfect summer holiday activity, and you could win £500 for your school or community group.
Nature online
Urban tree survey
Know your elder from your elm? Help scientists at the Museum with one of the biggest ever urban tree surveys in the UK.
Deep ocean
Explore the deep ocean. It's an environment that we know less about than the surface of the moon, filled with weird and wonderful creatures and habitats.
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Gift of the Month
Buy our Gift of the Month, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011 desk diary for the exclusive price of £9.99.