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Garden snails and aphids are venomous animals. This is the startling outcome of a new study that argues for a radical shift in how we think about venom. It proposes a wider definition that would also ...

First 1,000 schools in England take students outside to participate in global biodiversity research We use cookies to give you the best online experience. We use them to improve our website and ...

Delve into stories about the Museum's collections, scientists and research. Uncover the history of life on Earth, from the smallest insects to the largest mammals.

The slightly warmer temperatures around the middle of the Earth melted the top layers of ice to form meltwater ponds that ...

Take our quiz to find out what dinosaur you're most like - could it be the terrifying T. rex of the placid Plateosaurus?

Explore dinosaurs from the Late Cretaceous in the Natural History Museum Dino Directory.

While animals existed before the Cambrian Explosion, in a period known as the Ediacaran, they’ve been hard to study as they rarely fossilise. Generally, the only reminders of these animals are trace ...

Wildlife Photographer of the Year The sixty-first exhibition will open at the Museum in October 2025. Sign up to be among the first to find out when tickets go on sale in August.

The Museum’s magnificent buildings are the perfect setting for any event. From unique weddings to company dinners, our iconic and varied spaces are sure to provide a memorable day.

Get involved in the Museum’s community science projects and join us in answering important questions about climate change and the diversity of life.

Our Story with David Attenborough is an immersive experience. Moving images will be projected on all four walls and the floor of the gallery. There will be moments of darkness, bright lights and ...