This Ecuadorian frog was lost for 100 years—until now. Scientists believe this rediscovery will be vital to protect the country's most degraded ecosystem, the southern Andes mountains.

A colorized computed tomography (CT) scan of the brain revealing blood vessels in the brain. A new study finds microplastics accumulate at higher levels in human brains than in the liver and kidneys.

In some situations, they can be helpful. In others, they can lead to dangerous nutrient deficiencies or imbalances. Experts weigh in on how to make an informed decision.

How junk food outsmarts our brains—by hiding in our memories. New research reveals that memories of fatty and sugary foods are encoded in the hippocampus, helping explain why some cravings feel ...

Bangkok-based author Brook Larmer has written feature stories for National Geographic magazine since 2006. Hong Kong-born photographer Justin Jin has been an Explorer since 2024.

The best wildflower hiking trails in the U.S. Spring is in bloom. Here are our favorite places to frolic through fields of flowers, from the Pacific Northwest to the Appalachian Mountains.

When humpbacks get stuck in fishing gear, their friends stick around to help. Are whales altruistic? A new scientific paper and a video present a compelling case the answer is “yes.” ...

(See more of Ballesta’s work to document this surreal phenomenon in National Geographic ’s story.) The competition, which is in its 57th year, awards 19 categories of wildlife photography ...

Overheard at National Geographic is produced by Ilana Strauss, Brian Gutierrez, Jacob Pinter, Laura Sim, and Carla Wills. Our senior editor is Eli Chen. Our executive producer of audio is Davar ...

The never-before-seen footage of sea creatures struggling in fishing nets is featured in National Geographic’s new documentary Ocean with David Attenborough.

Traveling during hurricane season? Here's what you should know. From what to pack to whether travel insurance will cover you, here’s what you need to know about travelling during tropical cyclones.

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