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What Extinction Means for Our Planet | Our Broken Planet
Nature is declining globally at an unprecedented rate. The primary driver of extinction is human land-use change, over half of which is to make way for agriculture. Over one million plant and animal species are predicted to face...
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Amphibian decline & why it matters: Katherine Waterston quizzes 3 experts | Natural History Museum
Time is running out for the mountain chicken frog. Hosted by actor Katherine Waterston, join Museum scientist Jeff Streicher, ZSL curator Ben Tapley and policy advisor Charise Johnson as they discuss why populations of this peculiarly...
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The impact of an image | Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Wildlife photography goes beyond language and borders to unite people behind a cause. It enables us to tell the story of the natural world and inspire people to do their part to protect it. At the Natural History Museum, our scientists...
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People and the planet | Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Our relationship with nature has never been more important. We rely on the natural world for so much, yet we are failing to support it in so many ways. Technological innovations in photography and the important work of wildlife...
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Matt Maran | Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Over the last four years, Urban Wildlife Photographer Matt Maran has been photographing the family of foxes who live just up the road in his local allotment. Find out more about his creative approach to getting the perfect shot and why...
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Aishwarya Sridhar | Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Follow wildlife photographer Aishwarya Sridhar through the wild parts of India and discover how photography can bring people together for the natural world. The Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most...
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Can eating less meat help the environment? | Our Broken Planet
The rise of intensive agriculture has had vast consequences for the planet's land, water supply, and climate. Could the reduction in demand for animal products be the key to a more equitable future for everyone - and are we capable of...
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What are the plants becoming extinct in the UK? | Live Talk with NHM Scientist
Often overlooked by many, plants play really important roles in British ecosystems. But human practices such as the draining of wetlands, intensive agriculture or overgrazing, as well as climate change, are making some of Britain’s...
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Snails! | Live Talk with NHM Scientist
Although sometimes overlooked, there are tens of thousands of species of snail and slugs, and they come in a bewildering array of shapes, sizes and colours. Join Cristina Torrente in a conversation with scientist Jon Ablett and get...
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How do chameleons change colour? | Natural History Museum
Many chameleons are shades of brown and green, which allows them to blend in with their environment, but they can also change colour. Patrick Campbell, Senior Curator of Reptiles at the Museum, explains why and how they do so. The...
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How to grow a wildflower pot for pollinators | Natural History Museum
You don't need a lot of room to give your neighbourhood butterflies and bees a boost. Growing native wildflowers in a container is an easy way to give your outside space a burst of colour while supporting important pollinating insects....
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The microorganisms that give colour to our planet | Live Talk with NHM Scientist
Microorganisms produce the pigments that give our world its colour scheme. From the pink of the flamingos, the green of plants, or the colourfulness of coral reefs, to the iridescent sheer of puddles, or the blue of Smarties. Join...
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What is an aurochs, and what happened to them? | Natural History Museum
The domestic cows we are familiar with today are descendants of an enormous, now extinct species. Roula Pappa, Curator of Pleistocene mammals at the Museum, explains the story of the aurochs. --------------- The Natural History Museum in...
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The mutualistic relationship of the dwarf mongoose and hornbill | Natural History Museum
Dwarf mongooses and hornbills are unexpected allies that work together to get ahead. Dr Natalie Cooper, a researcher at the Museum, explains how their amazing relationship works. ---------------- The Natural History Museum in London is...
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How to make a bird bath | Natural History Museum
Birds need a reliable water source for bathing and drinking from all year round. You can help your garden visitors out by building a quick and simple bird bath from a large flower pot and saucer. Read our step-by-step instructions and...
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Getting the best from landscape photography - a 360° tour of Northumberland | Natural History Museum
Getting the best from landscape photography - a 360° tour of Northumberland Join local landscape photographer David Taylor as he takes us on a tour of some of his favourite locations around Northumberland. David explains how the changing...
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A-dressing the future of fashion | Lates Online
Over 85% of all textiles end up in landfill each year. With the global population buying and discarding clothes more than ever before, the fashion industry's toll on the planet has never been greater. In the continuous race for cheaper...
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How Do We Make a Smart Future Green? | Our Broken Planet
What makes the device you're reading this on right now work? How do we find and extract these crucial materials? And how do we power our world (and our scrolling) without further damaging the planet and putting communities at risk? Join...
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Fantastic Beasts™: The Wonder of Nature with exhibition creators and scientists | Live Talk
Join exhibition creators and scientists to hear how they brought Fantastic Beasts™: The Wonder of Nature to life. The exhibition is a spectacular immersive experience using props, specimens and interactives to bring a touch of magic to...
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Huge Jurassic seabed uncovered in Cotswolds quarry | Natural History Museum
Paleontologists have uncovered thousands of perfectly preserved Jurassic fossils in a sleepy area of the Cotswolds. They could give us unparalleled insights into ancient life. Join Museum scientists on their fossil hunt. ----------------...
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What’s so special about the Ganges river dolphin? | Live Talk with NHM Scientist
The Ganges river flows through India and Bangladesh, and is home to a rather unusual species of dolphin. Find out what makes the Ganges river dolphin so unique with science communicator Khalil Thirlaway and Museum scientist Travis Park!...
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Do flies have ears? | Natural History Museum
Sometimes flies can hear even better than humans, but they don't process sounds in quite the same way as us. Dr Erica McAlister, Senior Curator of Diptera at the Museum, explains. ---------------- The Natural History Museum in London is...
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We need to talk about green energy | Live Talk with NHM Scientist
Green energy promises a guilt-free future. But like all technology, it’s dependent on metals and minerals from Earth. Where do we find these resources? Would you live next to a mine if it made your life greener? Join science communicator...
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Do owls have ears? | Natural History Museum
A number of owl species have ear-like tufts of feathers on their heads, but these aren't ears at all. Dr Alex Bond, Senior Curator in Charge of Birds, explains where owl ears are and how their hearing works. ---------------- The Natural...