The relationship may be mutually beneficial, researchers say, thanks to linked root systems that can help a forest act as a superorganism.

The bottlenose dolphin decided to raise a melon-headed whale calf in addition to her own daughter.

As 'living fossils,' gingko trees hold ancient secrets that may help us prepare for the future, researchers say.

Despite recent declines in honeybees and other bee species, the U.S. is suspending its annual count of honeybee hives.

Lucy's 3 million-year-old bones were found in 1974, but they're still yielding new clues about human evolution.

Sea otters are dying from a parasite spread by outdoor cats, according to a new study.

The blue-tailed skink of Christmas Island may be extinct in the wild, but scientists have a plan to bring it back.

In case you're missing the forest for the trees, here are a few reminders why woodlands are wonderful.

In 'agrivoltaics,' crops and solar panels not only share land and sunlight, but also help each other function more efficiently.

The benefits of 'blue space' may be especially important for lower-income communities, researchers say.

A new study explores how social interactions affect our well-being.

Known as the 'crown jewel' of U.S. national forests, this ancient ecosystem is at a crossroads.

Wind turbines can kill birds and bats, but they don't have to. Here are a few ways to help them coexist.

Crows and other corvids are incredibly intelligent, but like most geniuses, they tend to be misunderstood.

A new study proposes 'the existence of a novel skin-gut axis' that helps our gut bacteria reap the benefits of sunlight.

The U.S. retreat from the Paris Agreement is bad news for the world, but it could be even worse for the U.S. itself.

A growing body of research suggests exercise can provide a powerful buffer against anxiety and depression.

Multilevel societies had only been found in big-brained mammals. Then researchers studied the vulturine guineafowl.

There are no shortage of stories of hawks picking up dogs and cats, but how much weight can a hawk actually carry? And are your pets safe?

The 'subtly stunning' songbird needs attention like this to save it from habitat loss, conservationists say.

Species from all over the animal kingdom face serious danger from noise pollution, researchers warn.

The behavior has never been documented in other insects, researchers say.

U.S. presidents haven't always pardoned their Thanksgiving turkeys, but in recent years the surreal ceremony has become an American tradition.

This is the first time scientists have recorded the heart rate of a blue whale, the largest animal on Earth.

It doesn't feel right to put Christmas lights in a trash can, so try these options for places that will recycle them instead.

A program in Colorado's Delta County aims to ensure a brighter future for the next generation.

Unlike most candy canes, however, this one is 190 light-years long and made of ionized gas.

From freshly fallen snow to ancient ice sheets, frozen water is often much livelier than it looks.

The black rhino calf appears healthy and is nursing regularly, according to zoo officials.

Researchers hope to help humans borrow some secrets of bear biology.

And why a zoo is asking the public to help capture them.

The 2020 Great Backyard Bird Count is a 4-day event when "citizen scientists" can enjoy nature while keeping tabs on local bird populations.

The move would weaken the century-old Migratory Bird Treaty Act.

Extra food seems especially helpful early in the breeding season, according to a new study.

The ancient holiday has become like a 'Jewish Arbor Day' in modern times, bringing religious and secular observers together for ecological reflection.

Alder Creek is home to hundreds of giant sequoias, from seedlings to millennia-old Methuselahs.

If your dinner conversation turns into a debate over global warming, here are a few tips for dealing with a climate denier.

It's unclear exactly how many polar bears are left in the wild, but several populations likely face grave danger from climate change.

Penguins are getting a chance to explore facilities that are closed to human visitors due to COVID-19.

The debris left by Comet Thatcher isn't as spectacular as other meteor showers, but the moon will make viewing much easier this year.

In honor of Earth Day, MNN takes an animated look back at several decades of U.S. environmentalism in this video.

Eco-friendly, last-minute gifts that won't bust your budget.

Think you know about these mysterious creatures of the deep? Think again. Take our shark quiz and test your knowledge.

Chuck Leavell and his famous friends Mike Mills, John Bell and Paul Riddle play a rollicking set at the White House Correspondents' Jam.

Drone footage captures rare Bryde’s whale mother and baby feeding. There are only about 200 of the creatures known to swim in those waters.

A couple of dogs snuffling through the backyard brush find a really big surprise: A bear!

The 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo Contest focuses on nature, cities and people. Here are the stunning winners.

Inspired by Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, kids and teens around the world are protesting to get adults to act on climate change.

An award-winning photographer casts his lens on one of the most surreal natural landscapes in North America that just recently became a national park.

Polyester fabric is not biodegradable. To understand why, it helps to know how it's made and why it sticks around so long.