National Geographic1 day agoThese matchmakers will find you the perfect mate—if you’re an owlverified_publisherNational Geographic - Kate FurbyA small population of California burrowing owls is getting a helping hand when it comes to romance—from a team of devoted scientists. Modern love can be a struggle—even for owls. February is the beginning of breeding season for a small but growing population of burrowing owls in the San Francisco Bay …
National Geographic4 days agoNew model shows dogs could have domesticated themselvesverified_publisherNational Geographic - Bethany BrookshireThey may have been drawn to the discarded remains from ancient human meals, and a new model shows tame wolves could have become dogs in as little as 8,000 years. “Who’s a good boy?” Humans have been asking that question in various languages for thousands of years. We’ll make goo-goo eyes at pretty …
National Geographic4 days agoScientists capture extremely rare footage of a black seadevilverified_publisherNational Geographic - Jason BittelThis is only the second time the species has been recorded while alive. “I thought it was A.I.,” says fish biologist Kory Evans. On January 26, a team of researchers in the Canary Islands saw something no one on Earth has documented before—a black seadevil anglerfish slowly weaving its way to the …
National GeographicWhat the science of baby-speak can tell us about whale songsverified_publisherNational Geographic - Tim VernimmenA new study reveals that whale song and human languages share features that make them easier to learn. Just like popular songs on TikTok, new humpback whale songs can rapidly spread across regions and populations to replace all-too-familiar tunes. But what makes their complex vocalizations so catchy? …
National GeographicWhat happens to exotic pets that outlive their owners?verified_publisherNational Geographic - Sadie DingfelderParrots and tortoises are flooding animal-rescue organizations around the country as many owners fail to make arrangements for their long-lived species. Louisa Jaskulski died in her sleep in 2023 at 77, just a few days after having what seemed, at first, to be successful heart surgery. When she …
National GeographicSee our best wildlife photos from 2024verified_publisherNational Geographic - Jason BittelFrom a pink dolphin slinking through the Amazon's waters to the sight of monarch butterflies filling the skies of Mexico, this year's best photos will take you on a journey across the planet. To capture the essence of a migratory animal, such as the monarch butterfly, a photographer must become …
