
Borneo
The island of Borneo has spent more time in the tropics than any other region – some 120 million years.

The island of Borneo has spent more time in the tropics than any other region – some 120 million years.

It's used as an insult – ‘bird brain' – not bright. But new research suggests that this may no longer apply.

Deep in the waters of the Danube lives a prehistoric giant.

The world of bugs – insects and arachnids – can be as spectacular as that of the big mammal predators.

You thought they were far away, in the wild. Wrong. They're here: the urban invaders.

Trakehners, bred in the 18th century, are hailed as one of the world's finest horse breeds.

The Cantabrian Mountains reveal wildlife like bears and wolves, showcasing survival in harsh climates.

Explore our closest relatives: snub-nosed monkeys at 4,000m, macaques in hot springs, and Thai macaque feasts.

Worldwide bird journey: Arctic Eiders, Hawaiian albatross couples, Sri Lankan magpies, and Aussie cockatoos.

Big cats amaze: from tigers to elusive snow leopards, each boasts unique power, elegance, and skill.

As the sun rises over the waters off the southern coast of Sri Lanka, the largest mammal breaks the surface.

The forests of Sri Lanka rise above the rest of the country like islands out of the sea.

In the grasses of Sri Lanka's scrub forests, a leopard stalks his prey.

It's a giant leap back to life and spring time's just the right time to welcome a new generation.

Orchids produce thousands of seeds, which are so small that they contain no food reserves.

Scientists have recently shown that many more plants than we had ever thought are carnivorous.

Navigation without a map? No problem. Building a fortress out of living bodies? Check.

Size is no obstacle for these wild magicians, from tiny insects to the mega-mammals of the African plains.

Life is filled with magical moments. Some are extra-special.

The highest and the lowest places of our planet also offer niches where life thrives.