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Economic Benefits of Protecting 30% of Planet’s Land and Ocean Outweigh the Costs at Least 5-to-1
First-of-its-kind report shows the global economy is better off with more nature protected
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Science & Exploration
The National Geographic Society Remembers Urken Lendu Sherpa
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Our Explorers
Juneteenth May Be Over, but Explorer Gretchen Johnson Is Moving Forward With a Powerful Mantra
We talked to Explorer Gretchen Johnson about how her perception of Juneteenth has changed since her project to uncover stories of liberated Africans on Saint Helena and how she celebrated this year.
Learn About The Work of Explorer and Photojournalist Bradley Secker, Who Documents LGBTQ+ Asylum Seekers
In honor of Pride Month, Explorer Bradley Secker shared about his work documenting LGBTQ+ people who have migrated due to their sexuality and/or gender identity, and his hope to bring awareness to their everyday lives.
Museum & Events
National Geographic Museum Receives American Alliance of Museums Excellence in Exhibition Award for “Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall”
On June 4, 2020 the National Geographic Museum was honored as an overall award winner by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) for its “Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall” exhibition, produced in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute.
Science & Exploration
30 Days of Hope: Stories of Biodiversity, Balance, and Restoration
As we cap off the #30DaysofHope on this the International Day for Biological Diversity, we can’t help but reflect on the interconnectedness of our world and the need to work together to safeguard our collective future. We hope the ...
Our Explorers
5 Explorers Open Up About How Their Organizations Are Impacted by Coronavirus — and How to Keep Their Work Going
Our National Geographic Explorers work to conserve species, protect wild spaces and cultural sites, and support local communities—many by starting or working with small organizations that rely on tourism and volunteers for their success. We spoke with five Explorers ...
Science & Exploration
30 Days of Hope: Stories of Nature Resilience in the Sea and on Land
Nature has an astounding ability to persevere, thrive, and adapt when given the space to do so. This week for our #30DaysofHope recap, we're sharing stories of what happens when we protect and support nature in the sea and on ...
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Joel Sartore photographs the 10,000th species in the National Geographic Photo Ark, records rare audio of the species
The güiña, the smallest wildcat in the Americas, is the latest species to join the National Geographic Photo Ark. Photographed at Fauna Andina, a wildlife reserve in Chile, the wildcat’s portrait marks an important milestone that is ...
Science & Exploration
30 Days of Hope: Inspirational Nature Stories from Africa, Canada, Australia, and China
The Campaign For Nature wants to inspire you to find inspiration in nature. Check out this recap of the stories we shared during week two of our #30DaysofHope leading up to the International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22.
Museum & Events
A Conversation with National Geographic Photographer Robert Clark to Commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day
National Geographic spoke with award-winning photographer Robert Clark, who captured arresting portraits of some of World War II's last remaining survivors for National Geographic magazine's June 2020 cover story, “The Last Voices of WWII.”
Science & Exploration
Campaign for Nature Brings You 30 Days of Hope on Social
The Campaign For Nature wants to inspire you to find inspiration in nature. That’s why we’ve launched #30DaysofHope leading up to the International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22. Here’s a recap of stories we’ve shared ...
Science & Exploration
From the Field: Alex Muñoz, Pristine Seas Director for Latin America, Reflects on the team’s expedition to the Patagonian Fjords
The National Geographic Pristine Seas team went on an expedition to the Patagonian Fjords earlier this year from late February through early March. Photo by Steve Spence, National Geographic Pristine Seas
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New fossils rewrite the story of dinosaur evolution and ecology – and change the appearance of Spinosaurus
Paleontologist and National Geographic Explorer finds unique swimming adaptations in a dinosaur
Education
Statement Regarding Geography Results From the National Assessment of Educational Progress
The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) recently released geography scores that expose concerning disparities in ensuring all students understand the complex, interconnected workings of our human and natural systems.