Species in the Spotlight: the ocean’s most versatile actor

Is it a fish? Is it snake? Is it a crab? No, it is – believe it or not – an octopus!

Species in the Spotlight: nature’s walking artichoke

A metre-long ant-eating pinecone?

Blooming spring breaks: the best European destinations for wildlife lovers

Hands up if you’re already looking forward to spring.

The best places to see rhinos in Africa

We’ve scoured the African continent for the best sites to spot rhinos in the wild.

5 of the best walks in Northumberland

When it comes to walks, Northumberland has almost too much on offer.

The Alphabet of Animals: V–Z

Mike Unwin shares some of his lockdown wildlife poems

The best places to see turtles

From Cyprus to Cape Verde, these are the best places to view these beautiful and endangered creatures.

The best forests in the world

Covering even more of the world than our guidebooks, forests are ubiquitous but almost always different.

The story of the shoebill, Africa’s most elusive bird

The story of the shoebill, one of Africa’s most elusive birds.

Finding Africa’s wildest places: Ariadne Van Zandbergen

Our Photographer of the Month showcases her favourite wildlife shots from around the world.

Are the Falkland Islands worth visiting?

From wildlife, history and culture to remote settlements where you can kick back and get away from it all, there’s something to pique everyone’s interest on the Falkland Islands. 

Rwanda: beyond the gorillas

Discover Rwanda’s best kept travel secrets, from hiking Mount Bisoke to watching the stunning Intore dance performances.

An interview with Her Royal Highness Princess Michael of Kent

Her Royal Highness Princess Michael of Kent discusses her experiences with cheetahs and her new book, A Cheetah’s Tale.


An interview with Brian Jackman

We chat to seasoned travel writer Brian Jackman about his latest book, Wild about Britain.

Where to find the best birdwatching in Serbia

Serbia has a rich and varied fauna, with nearly 80% of European bird species being recorded in the country as either breeding or on migration.