National Geographic Rejects Gay Scout’s Petition Request

National Geographic rebuffed Will Oliver’s request to add a disclaimer about Boy Scouts’ ban on gay members to the start of its new show “Are You Tough Enough To Be A Scout?” Instead, they offered him space to write a blog post on the show’s website.

Chris Geidner 2 months ago 17 responses

Paris Jackson’s Striking Resemblance To Famous Nat Geo Cover

Michael Jackson’s daughter’s new photograph in Glamour looks eerily similar to Sharbat Gula’s powerful cover of National Geographic. It’s all in the eyes.

Stacy Lambe 8 months ago 122 responses

Cheetah Sets A New World Speed Record

Just in time for track and field events to begin this weekend, the Cincinnati Zoo’s cheetah, Sarah, has shattered the previous record and is officially the fastest of all land mammals. She ran a 100-meter in 5.95 seconds — nearly four seconds faster than Usain Bolt.

Summer Anne Burton 9 months ago 49 responses

America’s Endangered Species

Earth’s biodiversity is vanishing at an alarming rate so National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore shows what we stand to lose.

TxBlackLabel a year ago 71 responses

How The Titanic Sank: National Geographic VS. James Cameron

This CGI animation by National Geographic shows a great visual for how the titanic sank. But how does it compare to the movie?

Lauren Yapalater a year ago 53 responses

New Titanic Photos Released By National Geographic on huffingtonpost.com ›

We are still fascinated by this example of humanity’s hubris. One month shy of the 100th anniversary of the sinking, National Geographic has released incredible views of the “unsinkable” ship sitting on the seabed.

The Huffington Post a year ago respond

Did You Know That Wolverines Are Adorable?

Wolverines are insanely dangerous animals that look like tiny bears that can kill animals many times their size. But they are ALSO absolutely adorable.

Ryan Broderick a year ago 2 responses

The 2011 National Geographic Photo Contest Winners

The famed magazine announced their annual photo contest’s winners today. The hopefuls were split into three categories. Here are the photos that stood out above the rest. (via theatlantic.com)

Jack Moore a year ago 88 responses

Animal Planet Will Change Their Name To Colbert Planet

The pitched battle to host Stephen Colbert’s South Carolina Serious Classy Republican Debate just got for super reals. Your move, Nat Geo Wild.

Gavon Laessig a year ago 104 responses

10 Amazing Underwater Images on huffingtonpost.com ›

A stunning and poignant look under Earth’s waters. National Geographic always brings the best photos to the Internet.

The Huffington Post a year ago respond

Drunk Man Really Loves The Constitution

Ron Paul is not amused… but I am. View List ›

Dorsey Shaw a year ago 10 responses

30 Once In A Lifetime Photographs

Sometimes photographers have to wait days for an amazing shot and other times they get extremely lucky. Although it is unclear which of the two happened with these 30 photographs, it is clear that all of them will only come around once in a lifetime. Make sure to add any of your own favorites in the comments. View List ›

Todd Van Luling a year ago 437 responses

That’s A Potato?

In Peru and Bolivia, where the species originated, you can find thousands of different kinds of potatoes. Here’s a small sampling of some of the more uniquely shaped and named varities, courtesy of National Geographic. View List ›

Cates Holderness a year ago 83 responses

Tiger Birth

Ever seen a tiger cub being born into the world, up-close-and-personal? Well, now you have. (Via) Watch Video ›

minjae 2 years ago 56 responses

The Most Typical Person In The World

National Geographic has compiled a nifty infographic video about the world’s most typical person. The data may surprise you! Watch Video ›

Ashley Baccam 2 years ago 187 responses

30 Years of Amazing NatGeo Photographs

I wish I was as good at anything as Bruce Dale is at taking pictures. Oh, and a quick note - “BAD” is his initials, not what he thinks of his pictures. Unless he means badass. (Via.) Watch Video ›

Bizzy B 2 years ago 22 responses

Hippos Mess With Feeding Crocs

This remains a mystery to science but hippos like to wade in and mess with crocs. Hey, a hippo has to have fun too! (One baby hippo free in this video). Watch Video ›

Andrew G. 2 years ago 28 responses

R. Dawkins Demonstrates Laryngeal Nerve of the Giraffe VIDEO

Nerves don’t always take the direct route as you might think they would. Watch Video ›

Digg Top Links 2 years ago respond

Leaping Leopard

That isn’t grass underneath him in the thumbnail. View Image ›

Ben M. 2 years ago 94 responses

My Dog Ate What?!

I’m afraid some dogs have developed taste for more than just your homework. How about that missing underwear (thong preferred) or pacifiers (27 in total), and even money (all $800 of it)? Nat Geo Wild has a show called “My Dog Ate What?” with all of these and other crazy stories, starting tonight at 10. View List ›

minjae 3 years ago 33 responses

Solitary Confinement: Would You Do It?

Since Friday morning, three volunteers have been spending a week in recreated 8x10 solitary “cells,” sharing their experience via live web cam and Tweets, as a complement to a National Geographic show about solitary confinement. My money’s on Laura…or at least she’s been most entertaining to watch. View Image ›

minjae 3 years ago 4 responses

Prison Fence Jumpers

Take a look inside the crazy world of prisoners so desperate that they’re willing to attempt an escape. (Shocking scenes from the National Geographic show Breakout.) View Media ›

Breakout 3 years ago 7 responses

National Geographic’s Crazy Addictive Theme Song on channel.nationalgeographic.com ›

The classic National Geographic Explorer theme is one of the most addictive theme songs of all time. What’s your take on it? Check out the remixes and submit your own version for a chance to be featured on the National Geographic Channel’s video on demand service.

Explorer 3 years ago 1 response

The Amazing Sperm Race

Why are these people dressed all in white and running through the mountains? Because they’re trying to simulate the way sperm races through a woman’s body. So that makes the valley of the mountain… (Via The Daily What.) View Media ›

minjae 3 years ago 19 responses

National Geographic On Evolution

Well, I guess that settles that then. View Image ›

Reddit Top Links 3 years ago 47 responses

Seal Feeds Photographer Penguins

A National Geographic photographer is fed penguins by a giant leopard seal. What a great story. I wish *I* made friends with a leopard seal! Watch Video ›

Jason Pickar 3 years ago 93 responses

The Orangutan & The Hound

During one of his walks, Suri the orangutan happens upon Rosco the hound dog. And from the moment their eyes met, those two guys became inseparable. It’s a magical interspecies carpet ride through eternal love and friendship, you guys! Watch Video ›

John Winskowicz 3 years ago 42 responses

Jacuzzi Bear

That’s just Casey Anderson and his friend Brutus the grizzly bear, hanging out. Casey rescued Brutus as a baby and they’ve been friends ever since. Brutus was the best man at Casey’s wedding. More adorable yet alarming pictures of bear smooches, bear in the swimming pool, bear at Thanksgiving dinner, etc, here. View Image ›

Sarah Morgan 4 years ago 30 responses

Baby Mammoth Discovery

Baby mammoth Lyuba died in a swamp 40,000 years ago, but her intact, pickled body is giving scientists new insights into those crazy mythical creatures from the Ice Age. Waking the Baby Mammoth, a National Geographic show, profiled Lyuba last night, pointing out that her skin and internal organs are still intact, and that there are still traces of her mother’s milk in her stomach. Which is actually very sad, when you think about it. View Image ›

Jack Shepherd 4 years ago 5 responses