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Elephants at Risk

They are among the most recognizable creatures on Earth, but elephants are under threat in most of their range from poaching, habitat loss, and human encroachment.

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NatGeo News Watch

The head of National Geographic's daily online news service blogs about developments in the fields of science, nature, and cultures.

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Wildlife Filmmaker

Create your own nature films and mash-ups online using archive footage, sounds, and musical scores.

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International Photography Contest

Send us your prize-winning shot and you could win a feature spot in National Geographic magazine.

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Photo Tips

Unusual perspectives and composition can make familiar subjects more fun. Get more tips on creating great shots.

Animal News

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Boozing Mammal Drinks "Beer"

A taste for naturally fermented palm "beer" has turned a tiny Malaysian mammal into a chronic boozer, a new study shows.

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