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A black rhino rests under a rainbow at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya. In 2024, 21 black rhinos were moved to their new home at Loisaba Conservancy in Laikipia, Kenya. Kenyaís black rhino population was poached almost to extinction and went from a low of 290 animals to 1004 today. They are expanding their habitat and it is a testament to Kenyaís conservation efforts. Ami Vitaleís career stands as a testament to her deep dedication to documenting and addressing global crises. As an acclaimed National Geographic photographer, writer, and documentary filmmaker, as well as the founder of Vital Impacts, Ami has consistently spotlighted critical issues affecting our world. Her journey began in conflict zones, where she observed firsthand how environmental degradationófrom resource scarcity to climate changeóintensifies human suffering and conflict. Follow Ami on Instagram @amivitale Photo by Ami Vitale/The Nature Conservancy
Animals

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Environment

14 gorgeous photos of Earth from above

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Animals

13 dramatic photos that capture the beauty of marine sanctuaries

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Aviation

5 aerospace breakthroughs of 2024

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Animals

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DIY

22 Popular Science stories you loved in 2024

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Environment

11 sensational images from the Northern Lights Photographer of the Year awards

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Science

Yes, ginger ale really does taste better on a plane. Here’s why.

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Animals

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Animals

9 fascinating images from the Royal Society Publishing Photography Prize

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Audio

The 50 greatest innovations of 2024

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Popular Science Videos

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Environment

13 jaw-dropping International Landscape Photographer of the Year images

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Science

This worm got into some hot water and changed the course of history

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Science

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Biology

The man who lived with no brain

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Animals

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A black tiger—known for its merged stripes—patrols the Similipal Tiger Reserve. (Photo by for Prasenjeet Yadav for National Geographic)
Animals

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Archaeology

This ancient skeleton turned out to have eight different people in it

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Science

Jupiter stuns in new images

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