Not everything about space is true. Our planetary scientist is here to share the truth about popular celestial myths.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year has launched its sixty-second competition, calling for entries from photographers across the globe of all nationalities, backgrounds and experience levels.

Join us for a new family morning hosted by Captain Joe, our resident marine explorer, who’ll guide you through a series of ocean-themed activities. Junior oceanographers-in-training will begin with an ...

As the stinkbugs lay their eggs, the scientists saw the females using the tip of their back legs to scratch its fungus-filled hindleg organs. They then smeared the egg with the fungus, which grew to ...

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Bird curator Hein Van Grouw reveals how taxidermy is still bringing nature to life, centuries after the first animals were preserved. On the first floor of the Museum's Hintze Hall, 38 pheasants rest ...

This guide aims to help in identifying most plants that grow frequently on pavements in the UK. Have you ever strolled down a street and noticed plants sprouting through the cracks in the pavement, ...

Revealing the personality of an individual or an intimate group of animals in a thought-provoking or memorable way. Nayan Khanolkar’s (India) camera trap attracts the attention of curious langur ...

Displaying a selection of the photographer's best work, whether the images focus on a specific subject or represent a particular approach. This body of work should be both original and outstanding.

Demonstrating style and artistic intent, this body of work should show a breadth of skill and vision while illustrating consistent quality. Luca Lorenz (Germany) explores his passion for the natural ...

Revealing active behaviour that adds to our understanding of the nature of a species. Quentin Martinez (France) discovers a gathering of lesser tree frogs in a breeding event. In persistent rain, ...

Demonstrating style and artistic intent, this body of work should show a breadth of skill and vision while illustrating consistent quality. Luca Lorenz (Germany) explores his passion for the natural ...