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Natural history biographies

Who was the first scientist to create a geological map of England and Wales? Was Darwin or Wallace the father of evolutionary theory? And which female fossil-hunter first discovered the fish-lizard Ichthyosaurus on the Dorset coast? Find out in our series of natural history biographies.

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The science of natural history

Find out how the Museum's scientists collect the information they need, the history of scientific discovery and why the information affects every single one of us.
Collections at the Museum

The collections cover groups of animals, plants, minerals and fossils from all across the world. Find out how the collections started, who looks after them and how they affect our everyday life.
Biodiversity

What will happen to us as biodiversity decreases? Find out how the Museum's work is helping in the study and conservation of biodiversity.
Environmental change

Investigate the Museum’s work researching climate change, global extinction and our ever-expanding population.
British natural history

How much do you know really about the wildlife on your doorstep? Explore our articles and webcasts and fill in the gaps.
Evolution

Understanding evolution. What is it, what is the evidence and how did evolutionary theory develop?
Online exhibitions

From the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition to art created on the first voyage of scientific discovery.
Life

From DNA to dinosaurs, discover the secrets of our own evolution, and how our scientists work to understand the amazing forms on our planet.
Earth

Investigate how geology can enlighten scientists about our world and how knowledge of the past can help us predict our planet's future survival.
Space

Explore our universe and discover the role the Museum plays in space exploration and research.