Discover
Find answers to your big nature questions. Delve into stories about the Museum's collections, scientists and research. Uncover the history of life on Earth, from the smallest insects to the largest mammals.
Highlights
News
New species named after climate activist Greta Thunberg
The newly described Nelloptodes gretae belongs to a group of some of the smallest known free-living animals.
Dinosaurs
Dippy the Diplodocus 3D skull
Rotate, zoom in and explore the features of this popular dinosaur.
Anthropocene
The world is in trouble
A landmark report has confirmed that humanity is destroying its own life support system as the natural world faces unprecedented declines.
British wildlife
Space
Human evolution
Who were the Neanderthals?
Explore Neanderthal facts, from looks to lifestyle and abilities. These early humans are far more similar to us than once believed.
Oceans
See a blue whale skeleton in high definition
Explore a 3D model of the Museum's blue whale skeleton and learn more about how these animals behave.
