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New research on Turkana Boy is changing our understanding of the species Homo erectus.

A new study has found that the eggs of the earliest dinosaurs had soft shells.

The painting dates to at least 1,000 years ago.

Scientists have relocated to a testing centre in Milton Keynes, where they are helping to analyse coronavirus tests.

Invasive species are a much bigger threat to nature than many people realise.

It's the longest period since the dawn of the Industrial Revolution.

Wildlife photographer and photojournalist Jasper Doest has been taking pictures of Japanese macaques for years after growing intrigued about their place in Japanese culture.

Pangolin scales are no longer approved for use in traditional Chinese medicine.

Wildlife photographer and photojournalist Jasper Doest has been taking pictures of Japanese macaques for years after growing intrigued about their place in Japanese culture.

Explore some of the richest habitats the planet has to offer and discover the beauty and abundance of life on Earth with this gallery of images. 

From cocoons to cars, animal habitats come in all shapes and sizes. Settle in with these homely images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

Over 1,500 different species live in habitats spanning the United States-Mexico border. The proposal of an impenetrable wall would put an end to the natural movement of these animals.  

Meet the beetles that fire a boiling chemical brew at predators that get too close for comfort.

Put on a butterfly buffet and watch these intriguing insects feeding.

Create a colourful caterpillar and grow your own food all in one activity.

Frogs and toads are often spotted in UK gardens, but some are struggling. Find out how you can help.

New research on Turkana Boy is changing our understanding of the species Homo erectus.

A new study has found that the eggs of the earliest dinosaurs had soft shells.

Invasive species are a much bigger threat to nature than many people realise.

The painting dates to at least 1,000 years ago.

Are you a dazzling dragonfly, lovely ladybird or some other industrious insect? Find out with this quiz.

Scientists have relocated to a testing centre in Milton Keynes, where they are helping to analyse coronavirus tests.

Meet the beetles that fire a boiling chemical brew at predators that get too close for comfort.

A new family of ancient marsupials has been discovered, relatives of modern-day wombats and koalas.

Put on a butterfly buffet and watch these intriguing insects feeding.

This is thought to be one of the most significant dinosaur sites ever found in South Africa.

Check out these flamboyant flyers who are challenging moths' drab reputation with style.

Why do the majority of animals undergo metamorphosis?

A 110-million-year-old dinosaur's fossil stomach has been studied by scientists.

The Trustees of the Museum have announced the appointment of Dr Douglas Gurr as the new Director.

It's the longest period since the dawn of the Industrial Revolution.

Wildlife photographer and photojournalist Jasper Doest has been taking pictures of Japanese macaques for years after growing intrigued about their place in Japanese culture.

Pangolin scales are no longer approved for use in traditional Chinese medicine.

Discover some standout British beetles, including a particularly vibrant ladybird and a rare rainbow-coloured leaf beetle.

Human waste was found 2,000 metres below the ocean surface.

Explore the latest findings from across the world of palaeontology.

Like small signposts, lichens can tell us a lot about the air we are breathing. 

Explore some of the richest habitats the planet has to offer and discover the beauty and abundance of life on Earth with this gallery of images. 

It was once widely believed that ammonites were coiled snakes turned magically to stone.

Who is looking after the collections while the Museum is in lockdown?