Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world.

The Earth has seen some truly gigantic snakes throughout its history, and these creatures were so massive and powerful that ...

Have you ever wondered what the biggest land animal in history looked like, or which creature ruled the oceans as the largest of them all? Prehistoric giants often come to mind, but the story goes ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

How animals of the Cambrian period experienced the Cambrian Explosion, which shaped life today and could help researchers ...

Whales are the giants of the ocean. These amazing creatures live in seas and oceans all around the world. Some travel thousands of miles every year. They are mammals, just like humans, and they ...

CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. Sports Illustrated article written by Josef J. Fénykövi about tracking his famous elephant that now stands in the Rotunda of the National Museum ...