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Isotta Launches Housing for RED V-Raptor X Cinema Camera
Isotta Launches Housing for RED V-Raptor X Cinema Camera By DPG Editorial Staff, February 26, 2025 @ 06:00 PM (EST) Red housing for a RED camera? Yup, in a surprising move, Isotta has unveiled its first housing for a pro cinema camera—the top-of-the-line V-Raptor X. Featuring the flagship DSMC3 modular body, the V-Raptor boasts an 8K VV 35.4-megapixel global shutter sensor offering 8K/120p and 4K/240p recording and 17+ stops of dynamic range.
Photographer of the Week – Patrick Kranenbroek
Techniques Articles News Travel Galleries Equipment Contests World Oceans Day Photographer of the Week – Patrick Kranenbroek By Matthew Sullivan, March 8, 2024 @ 06:00 AM (EST) An in-camera double exposure of a beautiful little anemone, Netherlands The Netherlands might not immediately come to mind when thinking of awesome dive destinations around the globe, but this week’s DPG Photographer of the Week, Dutchman Patrick Kranenbroek, would like to rectify that perception.
An Intrepid Photographer’s Stunning Compilation
Wildlife biologist, photographer, and filmmaker Tim Laman’s Bird Planet is a vibrant, richly detailed, highly captivating, and inspirational photographic voyage through eight different geographic regions: Southeast Asia, Japan, North America, Africa, South America, New Guinea, Australia, and Antarctica. Bird Planet is not a comprehensive study of the birds in the regions it covers. Instead, it showcases select works of Laman’s photographs from each location.
UN World Oceans Day 2023 Virtual Event
UN World Oceans Day 2023 Virtual Event By DPG Editorial Staff, June 1, 2023 @ 08:00 PM (EST) UN World Oceans Day, June 8th, is only a week away, and this year’s live broadcast event—hosted by the UN Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea (DOALOS) in partnership with Oceanic Global—brings together decision makers, international civil servants, indigenous communities, scientists, private sector executives, celebrities, youth activists, and more to “put the ocean first.” Among the...
We thought we knew turtles. A new discovery raises a mystery.
On a warm spring night in the coastal city of Townsville, Australia, two scientists settled into a canoe on the Ross River. Cameras in their laps and binoculars in hand, they made their way through the water. Before long, they noticed something odd: Krefft’s river turtlesbasking in the moonlight, just as they do during the day. "I didn't really think much of it at the time," says Eric Nordberg, an ecologist at the University of New England in Australia.
Underwater Photography Workshop in Raja Ampat
This is a special announcement for the underwater photography enthusiasts out there! As those of you who have followed my work for a while probably know, although I do a lot bird and primate photography, I am also passionate about exploring the underwater world with my cameras, especially to document the diversity of life on coral reefs.
Nikon Issues “Service Advisory” for Z9 Camera
Nikon Issues “Service Advisory” for Z9 Camera By Joe Tepper, December 19, 2022 @ 01:34 PM (EST) Struggling to switch lenses on your brand-spankin’-new Nikon Z9 mirrorless camera? You’re not alone. Nikon has issued a “Technical Service Advisory” for the Z9 camera due to a performance issue with the lens release button on some units. According to the company, the button may not allow for full rotation and release of lenses and blames the problem on insufficiency of quality standards.
5 Giftable Books, According to a Hudson Valley Expert
Featured Adobe Stock | JenkoAtaman. All other photos courtesy of respective publishers We asked Ian Taras at Oblong Books of Millerton and Rhinebeck to recommend new, gift-worthy coffee table books. Here are five on his radar. Auto America, Car Culture: 1950s–1970s (Rizzoli) By Linda, Greg, and Daryl Zimmerman, photos by John G. Zimmerman Release: October 25 Price: $45 This collection of over 200 photographs and vintage memorabilia will transport classic car fans to the heyday of auto culture.
New Guinea: Nature and Culture of Earth's Grandest Island
New By: Bruce M Beehler(Author), Tim Laman(Illustrator) 376 pages, 200+ colour & b/w photos, 1 colour map New Guinea expert Bruce Beehler takes readers on an unforgettable photographic journey of this island.
Birds of Paradise - National Geographic Magazine
This story appears in the December 2012 issue of National Geographic magazine. In New Guinea kangaroos climb trees, and butterflies the size of Frisbees dart through rain forests where egg-laying mammals scuttle across the muck. Frogs sport noses like Cyranoâs, and the rivers are full of rainbow fish.
Plastic bans spread in India, from Tamil Nadu to Maharashtra, with surprising winners and losers
By Yasaswini Sampathkumar In Kalyan, on the outskirts of Mumbai, India, trash pickers look for sellable plastics at the dump. The country has big plans to reduce plastic waste. Photograph by Randy Olson, Nat Geo Image Collection This article was created in partnership with the National Geographic Society. Amudha, who goes by only her first name, sells flowers for a living in Chennai, one of India’s largest cities.
Fotos: Maravillas del mundo animal
9 fotos Maravillas del mundo animal La exposición de National Geographic '50 Greatest Wildlife Photographs' muestra algunas de las mejores fotos de naturaleza convertidas en arte.
Is BPA-Free Plastic Safe? Get the Facts.
Concerns over BPA's potentially toxic effects led manufacturers to develop a range of similar-looking alternatives. But mounting research suggests these, too, may pose health risks. Photograph by David McNew, Getty Images The study started as an accident. Geneticist Patricia Hunt of Washington State University and her team were investigating the reproductive effects of BPA in mice. Housed in BPA-free plastic cages, the test group got doses of BPA through a dropper; the control group didn't.
Fallen Angels: Birds of Paradise in Early Modern Europe
When birds of paradise first arrived to Europe, as dried specimens with legs and wings removed, they were seen in almost mythical terms — as angelic beings forever airborne, nourished by dew and the “nectar” of sunlight. Natalie Lawrence looks at how European naturalists of the 16th and 17th centuries attempted to make sense of these entirely novel and exotic creatures from the East. Scroll through the whole page to download all images before printing.
Fallen Angels: Birds of Paradise in Early Modern Europe
When birds of paradise first arrived to Europe, as dried specimens with legs and wings removed, they were seen in almost mythical terms — as angelic beings forever airborne, nourished by dew and the “nectar” of sunlight. Natalie Lawrence looks at how European naturalists of the 16th and 17th centuries attempted to make sense of these entirely novel and exotic creatures from the East.
See Why Thoreau's Walden Still Inspires
It was early June, still too soon for the summer influx of beachgoers and holidaymakers, when I visited America’s most famous pond. The only people besides photographer Tim Laman and me were a few hardy swimmers, wetsuited against the cold, and a lone sculler taking in the morning freshness. Walden had the air of solitude its resident thinker, Henry David Thoreau, so greatly prized—despite the hum of commuter traffic through the trees.
See Why Thoreau's Walden Still Inspires
It was early June, still too soon for the summer influx of beachgoers and holidaymakers, when I visited Americaâs most famous pond. The only people besides photographer Tim Laman and me were a few hardy swimmers, wetsuited against the cold, and a lone sculler taking in the morning freshness. Walden had the air of solitude its resident thinker, Henry David Thoreau, so greatly prizedâdespite the hum of commuter traffic through the trees.
Father's Day: 5 Benefits of Dads That May Surprise You
He built the tree house. Wiped away tears on a tough day. Cheered on the sidelines. There are lots of obvious reasons to appreciate your old man, as many in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom will do this Sunday, Father's Day. (Related: " Father's Day at 100: How It Began, Why Dads Get Fewer Gifts .") But new science on fatherhood is uncovering others that you may not have known—and which should earn Dad a little extra love. Dad shouldn't do the dishes this Sunday.
Why It Matters Who Females Choose to Have Sex With
[Laughs] It was in 2013, during one of the ritual political squabbles over wasteful government spending, instigated by conservative news sources. I assume an enterprising intern or journalist at one of these websites found our National Science Foundation grant to do research on duck penises and turned it into news. Suddenly, we were being discussed on Fox News by Sean Hannity and his colleagues, and across the media.
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Photograph by Cory Richards From " The New Age of Exploration ," National Geographic, January 2013 Cory Richards and his two fellow climbers endured hurricane-force winds and temperatures of minus 50°F as they struggled to reach the summit of Gasherbrum II. “When you do succeed—well, you never conquer a mountain,” Richards reflects. “You are always its guest. In this case, we were its guest when it was in a bad mood.”
The Dance of Coexistence: The Humans and Orangutans of Indonesian Borneo
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January 31, 2017 ‘Sometimes I feel like I’ve chosen the most difficult thing in the world to study,’ Cheryl Knott tells me as we sit beneath the rain forest canopy at her orangutan research station in western Borneo. The high-pitched, dental-drill sound of cicadas fills the air, at times forcing us to pause our conversation.
Inside the Private Lives of Orangutans
This story appears in the December 2016 issue of National Geographic magazine. âSometimes I feel like Iâve chosen the most difficult thing in the world to study,â Cheryl Knott tells me as we sit beneath the rain forest canopy at her orangutan research station in western Borneo. The high-pitched, dental-drill sound of cicadas fills the air, at times forcing us to pause our conversation.
Coral Reefs Doing Better Than Expected in Many Areas
Despite the unprecedented extent of coral bleaching around the world, a major new study has also found "bright spots" where corals are doing significantly better than anyone expected. And the reason for the improvement is simple: it comes down to how much the coral reefs are fished by people. "Most reef conservation to date has focused on protecting pristine reefs in marine protected areas, but we're finding that's not enough," says Kittinger.
Breeding Aquarium Fish Can Help Save Reefs
Walk into any pet or aquarium store, and you’re going to find clownfish. That orange-and-white-striped Nemo is practically synonymous with saltwater aquariums, and it’s one of the first fish new hobbyists turn to. It was also one of the first marine aquarium fish to be bred in captivity, back in the 1970s. Today dozens of varieties are available from breeders around the world. Most species of fish for the marine aquarium trade, though, come from the wild.
Orangutans Are More Like Us Than You Think
Biological anthropologist Cheryl Knott and photojournalist Tim Laman have dedicated their lives to the orangtuans of Indonesia's Gunung Palung National Park. Together with their children, they've made it a family affair to reveal new threats to the great apes in their rain forest homes.
Galápagos Animal Pictures - Animal Wallpapers - National Geographic
Get Wallpaper Blue-Footed Booby Photograph by Tim Laman Not just attractive physical features, the blue feet of this booby can be used to cover its chicks and keep them warm. Get Wallpaper Bottlenose Dolphin Peeking Above Water Photograph by Bill Curtsinger Their intelligence, friendly disposition, and "smiling" faces make dolphins popular in large aquariums and with divers. Get Wallpaper Hammerhead Shark Photograph by Brian J.
Pictures, More From National Geographic Magazine
Paradise Found Nine years ago, two men began an extraordinary quest to be the first to find and document all species of the legendary birds of paradise. After 18 expeditions and over 39,000 photographs, their vision is complete. Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Columbia University Nineteenth-century explorer Alfred Russel Wallace was among the first to study birds of paradise in the wild.
Snakes, Sharks, and Other Wild Animals Americans Want
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Every year Americans legally import millions of wild animals and wildlife products. Sometimes they’re live animals destined for zoos. Sometimes they’re trophies from hunts or intended for scientific purposes. But overwhelmingly, they’re for the commercial trade—coats, shoes, wallets, jewelry, and exotic pets. Some are bred in captivity. Some are taken from the wild. Here are some of the animals imported in the greatest numbers in recent years.
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Even This Incredibly Elusive Bird Isn't Safe from Traffickers
Pittas are a birdwatcher’s prize. Called “jewels of the forest” for their glorious plumage, these shy, secretive birds are almost impossible to spot in the wild. But head to Indonesia’s massive wild bird markets, and they’re a common sight, according to a new report by TRAFFIC and Birdtour Asia. That’s despite a law banning hunting and trade of all pitta species. Researchers found 81 pittas in seven of the eight markets they visited in Java in July 2014 and in June 2015.
See National Geographic’s Latest Award-Winning Photos
Four National Geographic photographers have been named winners in the World Press Photo Foundation’s 59th annual photography contest, a prestigious competition that honors outstanding photojournalism. National Geographic Photography Fellow David Guttenfelder was awarded third prize for long term projects for his intimate photographs of life inside North Korea, some of which were featured in National Geographic’s October 2013 photography issue.
Hot Water: The Bizarre Sex Lives of Ocean Creatures
In her new book Sex in the Sea, coral reef ecologist Marah J. Hardt dishes on the swinging sex lives of sea creatures, the perils they face from pollution to overfishing, and new hope for keeping the ocean healthy and its residents randy. I was at a party when [a woman] said, “I just wish I could be in the body of a guy and know what’s going in their heads!” I said, “Yes, if only we could be parrotfish.” The conversation stopped.
Do Animals Get Drunk?
Here in the U.S., Thanksgiving is upon us. Some people will be very thankful there is wine at the table.
Photos: Indonesia’s Rampant Fires Threaten Rare Orangutans
Indonesia’s endangered orangutans are fighting for survival as wildfires destroy forests and send dangerous heat and smoke across the country. Spurred by drought and the effects of El Niño, Indonesia is suffering through its worst fire season since 1997. At least 19 people have died and half a million have been sickened by poor air quality as a result of thousands of blazes. More than 8,000 square miles of forest have burned; that’s larger than the state of New Jersey.
You Call That Cute? Here Are 10 Surprisingly Cute Critters
Spine-cheek clownfish (Prenas biaculeatus) like this one live in coral reefs in the eastern Indian and western Pacific oceans. This one nestles in the home it made in a bulb tentacle sea anemone.
10 of Our Favorite Orangutan Pictures
Females like this one, at the Sepilok Reserve in Sabah, Borneo, begin giving birth between age 12 and 15, and reproduce only once every eight years. A baby will cling to its mother’s torso as she swings from the branches until it’s large enough to ride piggyback.
Watch: Octopuses Filmed Mating Face-to-Face-A First
The research, which appears August 12 in the journal , revealed phenomena never before seen in octopuses, including males and females sharing the same den and tapping prey on the "shoulder" to startle it into waiting arms.
Secret of "Death" Moth's Scary Squeak Revealed
Immortalized in the horror movie The Silence of the Lambs and in folklore as a , the death's head hawk moth has a ghoulish reputation. Many make noise by rubbing together external body parts like wings and legs. But internally produced insect sounds are much rarer, and squeaky noises are known only in some hawk moths.
Tiny Owl Getting Talking-To From Sheriff Has Huge Appetite
Don’t let its cuteness fool you: the little owl from this viral video is actually a fearsome, rodent-eating predator. It just so happens to also be tiny and adorable. The commotion-causing owl in question is a very young northern saw-whet owl, captured in a viral video interacting with a Boulder County, Colorado sheriff's deputy. Even though it only recently emerged from its nest, the tiny owl in the video is actually almost full-sized.
Father's Day: 5 Benefits of Dads That May Surprise You
He built the tree house. Wiped away tears on a tough day. Cheered on the sidelines. There are lots of obvious reasons to appreciate your old man, as many in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom will do this Sunday, Father's Day. (Related: " Father's Day at 100: How It Began, Why Dads Get Fewer Gifts .") But new science on fatherhood is uncovering others that you may not have known—and which should earn Dad a little extra love. Dad shouldn't do the dishes this Sunday.
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How Little Seeds Shaped Human History in Big Ways
Why would a seed be so hard to open? For the plant, it’s an evolutionary imperative to not only make seeds but to defend and disperse them. So, in the case of the almendro, the seed has developed this terrifically tough seed coat that is almost impossible for rodents to gnaw through. Seed defences show a marvellous range of adaptations, from something as intuitive as a hard shell to the range of chemicals seeds use to defend themselves.
Warming Pacific Makes for Increasingly Weird Ocean Life
Scientists now believe these changes are all loosely connected to a giant swath of warm water sitting in the eastern Pacific. The northern portion of that blob, in turn, has the same cause as the drought that continues to ravage California: a persistent ridge of high-pressure in the atmosphere that has blocked storms and kept them from reaching the West Coast.
The island where rare primates are vanishing
This story originally published in the August 2008 issue of National Geographic magazine and has been put online as part of our From the Vault series. See more digitized stories from our archives here. In the year 1551 a strange male animal was put on public display in Augsburg, Germany. He had humanlike fingers on his hands and feet, observers noted, and a “cheerful nature,” although he also had a tendency to turn his backside to viewers.
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