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Ancient fossils are revealing even more about this species' evolution.

Africa and Eurasia were inhabited by a whole range of hominin species just a few hundred thousand years ago.

This may alter the recreation of some non-avian dinosaurs. 

The Lord's Sparrow received conservation care at the Museum.

It is possible to bring animals and plants back from the brink.

Andean bear populations are dwindling - but there is hope for the species.

With global temperatures rising, wildlife photographers are striving to capture the unique lifestyle of a species at risk. 

What does this term mean and how could it affect you?

Wildlife photographer Florian Smit was guided by his curiosity when he revisited the abandoned house that he used to frequent as a child. 

Discover the extraordinary story behind Luis Luis Vilariño's winning image and the risks he took for the perfect shot.

With global temperatures rising, wildlife photographers are striving to capture the unique lifestyle of a species at risk. 

Wildlife photographer Sam Rowley shows us how desperate life can be for mice living in London's Underground tunnels.

Putting up a nesting box could be a big help to your local birds. Our simple design is ideal for small songbirds and sparrows.

Making these reusable food wraps will help you reduce your single-use plastic waste.

Did you know that there are more species of fly in the UK than there are mammals on the planet? And they perform some pretty important jobs.

Find out how to help urban nature and attract more wildlife to your garden.

Wildlife photographer Florian Smit was guided by his curiosity when he revisited the abandoned house that he used to frequent as a child. 

Africa and Eurasia were inhabited by a whole range of hominin species just a few hundred thousand years ago.

Ancient fossils are revealing even more about this species' evolution.

This may alter the recreation of some non-avian dinosaurs. 

Keeping a nature journal is a great way to record any nature you see.

It is possible to bring animals and plants back from the brink.

The Lord's Sparrow received conservation care at the Museum.

Find out facts about this sociable bird.

Discover the extraordinary story behind Luis Luis Vilariño's winning image and the risks he took for the perfect shot.

The Museum has over 23 million specimens stored in alcohol in the spirit collection. Explore some of the must-see specimens.

Andean bear populations are dwindling - but there is hope for the species.

Is it even possible in the first place?

An ancient invertebrate lost its legs to live in tubes. 

With global temperatures rising, wildlife photographers are striving to capture the unique lifestyle of a species at risk. 

What does this term mean and how could it affect you?

Putting up a nesting box could be a big help to your local birds. Our simple design is ideal for small songbirds and sparrows.

Wildlife photographer Sam Rowley shows us how desperate life can be for mice living in London's Underground tunnels.

Straight-tusked elephants were among the largest land mammals ever to have existed.

Three new coins have been designed.

The two mice only fought for a second, before one grabbed a crumb and they went their separate ways.

They aren't scientifically accurate, but the Crystal Palace dinosaurs have a special place in the history of palaeontology.

No other marine mammal has displayed this behaviour. 

Samples collected on the HMS Challenger are teaching us about climate change. 

Our cities are damaging our health. Here's how plants can help us.