Dr. Conley is the author of “The Social Genome: The New Science of Nature and Nurture.” Since Francis Galton coined the phrase “nature versus nurture” 150 years ago, the debate about what ...

Care, encouragement and support are given to someone or something while growing, and studies seem to show that nurture is more important than nature in shaping a child’s character. Nature is a ...

For 2025, the title of World Nature Photographer of the Year goes to Maruša Puhek from Slovenia. Her painting-like picture below shows a pair of deer breaking a canvas-wide pattern as they run ...

Nickels’ photograph took gold in the Behavior-Mammals category at the 2025 World Nature Photography Awards. This year’s competition drew thousands entries from 48 countries spanning six ...

They circle overhead when disaster or death is imminent. They scavenge and scrounge, feeding on things killed by nature or man, feasting on the leftovers of other animals. With their long necks ...

Many homeowners find themselves longing for the peace and tranquility of nature, especially when daily life keeps them confined indoors. However, if you’re seeking a flexible, damage-free option, ...

Mar. 13, 2025 — A groundbreaking study has revealed that brown trout can successfully navigate beaver dams -- obstacles which were previously thought to pose a significant barrier to their ...

An intimate portrait of Sir David Attenborough’s life and career in natural history.