Wildlife

Our new book, "Wild Life," publishes today.

On the small island of Heimaey, young volunteers help out disoriented baby birds.

You don't get more hardcore than the lammergeier.

The winged residents have been lurking in the stacks since the 18th century.

Recent studies show just how tricky these trash pandas can be, from opening locks to nabbing DoorDash orders.

It’s a spider! No, it’s a snake!

A little leaf hack helps their chirps reach more females.

The two males have braved a channel full of lion-killing crocs and hippos in Uganda at least seven times.

Pacific lampreys boost biodiversity in rivers and are an essential food source for the Yurok people.

Greater adjutants may look straight out of "The Dark Crystal," but they play an important role in cleaning their environment.

Meet the Galápagos birds Darwin didn't tell you about.

The surprising discovery reveals how much we don't know about the deep ocean and its residents.

Researchers use camera traps to answer serious and silly questions.

In the Cerrado, the Mumbuca community spin capim dourado into hats, baskets, and jewelry.

Plus endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and paddling through lush nature

Meet the mighty midge.

The self-sacrificing insects explode, showering their enemies in killer goop.