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Cow filmed using tool for the first time
Cow in Austria shows first case of flexible, multi-purpose tool use in cattle.
“Claire Foy happens to be a naturally brilliant falconer.” Why the Emmy-winning actress tamed a goshawk
Helen Macdonald’s memoir H is for Hawk explores how nature can help cope with profound grief, and it's set to be adapted into a star-studded film.
2km long, 731m tall and topped with a fort-like summit – this giant of Scotland was named by the Vikings
Steep, wild and remote, this Scottish giant is one of Britain's most striking peaks – reaching its summit is difficult, but with spectacular views stretching out across the Highlands, it's well worth the climb.
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Almost 2,000 years old, 73 miles long and once taller than an elephant – this colossal Roman structure spans an entire country
It took 15,000 soldiers around 6 years to build Hadrian's Wall in England. We explore who built this iconic landmark and why – and the best ways to experience it today.
These little birds gather in vast blizzard-like flocks millions strong – the biggest of any bird species ever recorded in Europe
Bramblings visit the UK for winter. In mainland Europe, gatherings of these migratory birds can reach several million.
How tall was Jane Austen? Her lofty height may surprise you
Would Jane Austen have cut an imposing figure in a ballroom? She might well have, according to a dress historian
How tall was Queen Victoria? The true height of this powerful monarch often surprised people
While she was known for her powerful presence, Queen Victoria was actually quite petite
Total solar eclipse 2026: Will you see it in the UK?
Where to witness one of 2026’s major natural phenomena
Rare bird reaches UK for the first time – 20 years after being recorded in Arctic Russia
Bewick's swans are the rarest and smallest type of swan found in the UK
“Their white winter camouflage could become a liability.” Golden eagle plummets from the sky to catch a vulnerable hare – will it succeed?
Mountain hares aren't adapting the timing of their moult, which leaves them vulnerable to predators
Where is Narnia filmed? All you need to know about Greta Gerwig's fantasy film adapatation
A new adaptation of a C.S. Lewis Narnia novel is being released later this year. Here's where it's been filmed
“A huge thrill.” David Attenborough meets a family of charismatic creatures in adorable BBC footage
In a clip from the BBC's Wild London, David Attenborough meets a family of foxes in Tottenham
It has rainbow wings, epic head feathers and eats worms – meet the spectacular 'peewit'
The lapwing, sometimes called the 'peewit' after its evocative calls, is one of the UK's most striking birds.
11 best UK music festivals: the must-visit weekenders for the summer ahead
No Glastonbury? No problem – there’s a wealth of wonderful festivals to choose from in the UK. Here are our 11 finest
What's the world's biggest tractor? Weighing in at over 45 tonnes, you won't see this machine in your local field
The Big Bud 747 certainly lives up to its name as the largest farming tractor in the world
How tall was William Shakespeare? And how did he stack up against his rivals?
Shakespeare's words are studied by school children across the UK, but surprisingly little is known about his appearance
A grizzly bear, fanged deer and wallabies: 8 amazing animal escapes in the UK
From a grizzly bear called Hercules to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, here are the animals that have been on the run in the UK – some never to return
'Godzilla' species discovered off the coast of Cornwall – and it's bigger than any found in Europe
Divers found the 'godzilla maerl' in the Fal estuary off the coast of St. Mawes.
Crucifying, stabbing, pillaging... These brutal hunting methods used by British birds show nature at its fiercest
Discover Britain’s most brutal bird hunters and their shocking, deadly and incredibly clever hunting methods
A grizzly bear escaped and was loose on a remote Scottish island for 24 days. What happened next shocked bear experts
In 1980, Hercules the bear went ‘on the run’ on the island of Benbecula, attracting worldwide attention
This long-legged animal makes mincemeat of big hairy house spiders. And it's probably in your home right now
This ubiquitous creature also spins in circles to scare off attackers...
14 facts you didn't know about Princess Diana – including her adorable nickname for Prince William
Did you know that Diana had many royal connections before marrying Charles? Or that she was a big fan of a certain Swedish pop group...
A spirit medium, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and a shopping trip at Harrods: The unexplained disappearance of the Queen of Crime remains unsolved
On Saturday 4 December 1926, acclaimed murder mystery author Agatha Christie disappearance - and to this day, no one knows why.
Chris Packham is moving his dogs to a plant-based diet – should you? Here’s what the research says
Chris Packham has explained why he's transitioning his dogs onto a vegan diet