Fungi on film
Crumble caps and turkey tails
Mycologist Mark Spencer uncovers clusters of urban fungi and talks about their vital ecological role.
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Ice Rink
Skate, eat, drink and go for a spin on the carousel.
31 Oct 2013 - 05 Jan 2014 -
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2013
Extraordinary images of our planet from photographers around the world.
18 Oct 2013 - 23 Mar 2014 -
Beetlemania: Fresh from Zambia
Follow the journey of a beetle, from the wilds of Africa to London and the Natural History Museum's insect collection.
11 Dec 2013, 14:30 -
Curiosity ups the ante in extraterrestrial life debate - 11/12/2013
Ancient lake had all the necessary ingredients to support microbial life.
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Make your own ink from mushrooms.
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Hundreds of fascinating dino facts, pictures and games.
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Wallace100
Interactive timeline, blog, film and more to celebrate AR Wallace.
Examine Archaeopteryx
Zoom in on Archaeopteryx, the earliest recognised bird.
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Peacock Christmas wreath
Made from real, ethically sourced peacock feathers.
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