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Animals

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The misfortune of some brings happiness to others, and for these polar bears, the death of a whale in east Greenland heralded a royal feast. Attracted by the smell, more than sixty bears were recorded in the area. However, their behaviour was almost benevolent, possibly due to the abundance of food.
Animals

11 fascinating wildlife images from the Sony World Photography Awards

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Animals

17 delightful Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards outtakes

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Science

Here’s the secret to getting songs unstuck from your head

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Animals

15 breathtaking images from the Nature Photography Awards

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Animals

12 riveting wildlife images from Nature inFocus Photography Awards

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Science

Chicago’s pollution could be keeping river monsters at bay

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Animals

14 outstanding images from the 2025 World Nature Photographer Awards

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Animals

15 breathtaking images from the Underwater Photographer of the Year 2025 awards

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Science

Scientists are trying to figure out why hockey players all sound Canadian

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Animals

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice winners capture nature at its fiercest

By Popular Science Team

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Animals

15 splashy and stunning underwater wildlife images

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A black rhino rests under a rainbow at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya. In 2024, 21 black rhinos were moved to their new home at Loisaba Conservancy in Laikipia, Kenya. Kenyaís black rhino population was poached almost to extinction and went from a low of 290 animals to 1004 today. They are expanding their habitat and it is a testament to Kenyaís conservation efforts. Ami Vitaleís career stands as a testament to her deep dedication to documenting and addressing global crises. As an acclaimed National Geographic photographer, writer, and documentary filmmaker, as well as the founder of Vital Impacts, Ami has consistently spotlighted critical issues affecting our world. Her journey began in conflict zones, where she observed firsthand how environmental degradationófrom resource scarcity to climate changeóintensifies human suffering and conflict. Follow Ami on Instagram @amivitale Photo by Ami Vitale/The Nature Conservancy
Animals

16 enthralling wildlife photos spotlighting the need for conservation

By Popular Science Team

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Environment

14 gorgeous photos of Earth from above

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Animals

13 dramatic photos that capture the beauty of marine sanctuaries

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Aviation

5 aerospace breakthroughs of 2024

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Animals

15 marvelous Nature Photographer of the Year 2024 images

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DIY

22 Popular Science stories you loved in 2024

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Environment

11 sensational images from the Northern Lights Photographer of the Year awards

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