NEW YORK -- From Christopher Columbus to Marco Polo, human explorers throughout history have traveled far distances. But some of the world's greatest explorers are in the animal kingdom. NatGeo's new ...

British photographer Simon Needham opens up a stunning world of wildlife for us to enjoy from up close. The highlight of his ...

Death Valley’s wildlife beats the odds in a place defined by extremes. The hottest, driest, and lowest landscape in the contiguous United States is home to more than 400 animal species, from desert ...

The continent of Africa is home to a variety of different habitats – from grasslands and deserts to jungles and forests. Because of this level of biodiversity, Africa is populated by many unique ...

In honor of World Kindness Week, here are three heartwarming stories that showcase the incredible bonds between animals and humans. From a farmer using a blow dryer to revive an ailing newborn chick ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tony Bradley covers the intersection of tech and entertainment. This Nat Geo expedition was not just a journey through the ...

Eliminating an invasive species in Patagonia has made way for a native frog to return to the wild, according to Mongabay. The El Rincon stream frog is endemic to a small patch of territory only 3.7 ...

Some puppies are born and swiftly adopted into loving homes. Others aren't so lucky. They are abandoned, mistreated, unwanted and at risk of never finding love. Shelter and rescue populations in the U ...

Animal careers are way more creative—and sometimes wild—than most people expect. While veterinary work and zookeeping are the usual go-tos, there are some lesser-known roles that offer surprising ways ...