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This young cub could be king… he’s just got some growing up to do first.
Antoni Porowkski is on a quest to find the best sights, tastes, and experiences the world has to offer, and you're invited.
#BestOfTheWorld# with Antoni Porowski premieres Sunday, June 7 at 9/8c on National Geographic. Stream on @DisneyPlus and @hulu
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The fate of the Franklin expedition is one of the most enduring historical mysteries, but the conclusive identification of four sets of remains through DNA analysis is revealing what happened to this doomed crew of the H.M.S Terror and Erebus:
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A new study shows cassowaries glow under ultraviolet light. Researchers think it may help these massive birds identify other cassowary species in the rainforest. 🔗
Warning: Don’t watch if you’re hungry!
A new season of #TucciInItaly# is now streaming on @DisneyPlus and @hulu.
Partially funded by the National Geographic Society, Project ICARUS is an ambitious effort to monitor thousands of animals simultaneously. Using its data, scientists hope to track diseases, predict natural disasters, and more. 🔗
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There's nothing quite like a Wyoming twilight—especially in Grand Teton National Park.
When her mother passed after battling Alzheimer’s, author Suzanne Simard turned to the forest and groundbreaking research into how trees support one another to help process her grief. 🔗
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Bowhead whales survived centuries of intense Arctic whaling by retreating into summer sea ice that ships couldn’t break through. But as climate change rapidly thins the ice, that once-safe barrier is disappearing. 🔗
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Giamum Yame and her son live in the small village of Pochung in Arunachal Pradesh, India. The state is home to many distinct ethnic groups and has been part of a sovereignty dispute between India and China since 1914.
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Wishing a Happy Birthday to Sir David Attenborough. Thank you for the knowledge, passion, and hope you’ve passed on to all of us.
Celebrate 100 years of Sir David Attenborough with Ocean with David Attenborough on @DisneyPlus and @hulu
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The newly discovered Comet C/2025 R3 has been traveling toward the Sun for 160,000 years. Visible with telescopes and binoculars, experts are monitoring it to determine whether it can overcome its small size and become visible to the naked eye. 🔗
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Training in the heat is becoming part of the new normal for runners. The body can adapt in remarkable ways—but those adjustments come with limits that scientists are still trying to understand. 🔗
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Battling wind, cold, and thin air, super athletes Karl Egloff and Tyler Andrews plan to dash up and down Mount Everest's south side in record time. While the pair says they aren't competing, they will be contending with a route that could be busier than ever. 🔗
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A recent study of eDNA sampled from the East River paints a surprisingly detailed picture of life in New York City. Revealing details about local wildlife, pest issues, and even local diets, the technique could help scientists monitor ecosystems more efficiently. 🔗
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Marker Wadden has been a haven for birds and fish since its creation in the Netherlands. In this image, a volunteer installs an antenna that receives signals from tagged birds that frequent the area.
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Join Explorers and #StepIntoWonder# with National Geographic’s #EarthMonth# collection throughout April on @DisneyPlus.
National Geographic Explorer and Photo Ark founder Joel Sartore has photographed thousands of animals. What does someone who's seen so many of Earth's incredible creatures find wondrous? People who devote their time to helping those creatures survive.
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Renowned botanist and Nat Geo Explorer Peter Raven, who turned a minor botanical garden in the U.S. heartland into an international research and conservation powerhouse, has died at 89 years old. Learn about his influence and impact:
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There are forces of nature… and forces of wonder.
#StepIntoWonder# with National Geographic’s #EarthMonth# collection on @DisneyPlus and don’t miss Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu in theaters and IMAX May 22.
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