National Geographic photographers have always captured animals in nature at their most beautiful, fascinating, and mysterious. In 2019, a different theme dominated our photojournalism: animals, as ...

LOS ANGELES -- In order to keep up with the animals and tell their story, the "Animals Up Close With Bertie Gregory" crew had to push themselves to the limits. As a wildlife filmmaker and National ...

The diminutive red panda is now the star of its own film. But what does it have in common with its bigger namesake—and are either of them related to bears? Here we delve into one of the most ...

One animal purifies our water. Another provides a vital food source for three other species. This photo essay from Joel Sartore shows how saving one animal saves so many more. The St. Andrew beach ...

Photograph by Joel Sartore, National Geographic Photo Ark On the other hand, extremely specialized animals like giant pandas, whose diet is 99 percent bamboo , are more vulnerable to extinction if ...

Well-meaning humans can do more harm than good, especially when baby animals are involved. Here’s what to do—and what not to do—if you see a critter you think might be in trouble.

Photograph By DAVID DOUBILET, National Geographic Image Collection May 16, 2024 From giant pandas to koalas , the species used to grab our attention are often cute and cuddly.