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The world’s rarest penguins don’t fear the heat. Here's how they learned to embrace it.
These birds have evolved to withstand the equatorial sun and shelter in volcanic rocks along a subtropical coastline. After ...
Retracing the snowy footsteps of my ancestors, who traveled to Antarctica before it became commonplace
My grandparents are responsible for my love of travel. This visit to Antarctica felt the most meaningful of the trips they ...
Secrets of the Penguins Spotlights The Galápagos, Where Conservation Efforts Leave You in Awe
National Geographic ’s latest documentary series, Secrets of the Penguins, offers a glimpse into why the Galápagos Islands ...
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Avoid crowds at the 10 least-visited U.S. national parks
Alamy Stock Photo (Related: These are the 10 most popular national parks.) For more info on these iconic parks, and other helpful travel trips, turn to the National Geographic book 100 Parks ...
What a Wonderful World! 75 Absolutely Fascinating Facts About Planet Earth
A giant sequoia located in Sequoia National Park in California, the General Sherman is 52,500 feet in volume and is more than ...
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What a Wonderful World! 75 Absolutely Fascinating Facts About Planet Earth
Antarctica is Earth's fifth-largest continent ... That we know of! According to National Geographic, that includes plants and animal species. 47. The world's largest tree is the General Sherman.
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National Geographic's 'Secrets of the Penguins' dives into uncharted waters
LOS ANGELES -- In celebration of Earth Month, National Geographic is giving viewers ... "Heart of the Emperors." From Antarctica to the Galapgos, these little birds can pack a punch.