The Earth has gone through many major events over the course of hundreds of millions of years. Some of the most significant ...

Archaeologists uncover an ancient fossil repurposed as a Roman amulet, offering new insights into ancient cultural practices.

Since the first sharks emerged in the world’s oceans nearly half a billion years ago, the world has gone through five major ...

Researchers are looking at an invasive species of algae along the Atlantic coast as a possible reason for mercury in the food chain.

Called Homo juluensis, or “big head,” this species could help piece together missing info about humanity around the late Middle Pleistocene.

These flamboyant birds are the 17,000th species to enter Nat Geo's Photo Ark Stunning photos of birds of paradise show evolution at its most extravagant.

Explore the best state parks in Illinois for outdoor fun. Discover hiking trails, lakes, camping spots, and more. Plan your next nature escape.

The Resilient Horseshoe Crab (image credits: rawpixel) Horseshoe crabs are often called “living fossils” because they have remained virtually unchanged for over 445 million years, since the Ordovician ...

Experts want to combat new species of plants that are moving around within the United States, and coming from around the world, before they get a foothold.

There are more than 40 species of snake slithering throughout the state--here's what you might find.

Climate change and habitat loss could cause more than 500 bird species to go extinct in the next 100 years, researchers from the University of Reading have found.

Every week, one or two species of Australian invertebrate go extinct. Many species on the brink live in cities – where we can help.