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EARTH MONTH 2026
Learn how to explore the natural wonders found in your backyard—and put your new knowledge to the test with a series of short quizzes. See more here.
- WONDER LESSONS: DAY 2
Learn to spot cirrus clouds
National Geographic's Wonder Lessons will teach you how to navigate the stars, spot cloud types, recognize common trees, and identify different kinds of rocks. Today, we’re learning how to spot cirrus clouds.
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The Perfect Hike
In this image from our photography archives, trailbuilders Willie Bittner and Jed Talbot wind past the aquamarine waters of Belgrano Lake at Perito Moreno National Park in Patagonia, Argentina. National Geographic's January 2026 magazine story focuses on trail designers around the world who are working to engineer awe on hiking trails while also protecting the environment. Bittner and Talbot are just one example—over the past decade, the duo has helped set a new standard for making intuitive and sustainably designed trails at Perito Moreno and elsewhere in the region.
Environment
Secrets of the Bees
National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory explores the extraordinary lives of bees, which are among the planet’s most important animals. Over three years, special cameras opened a rare window into a single hive, revealing its hidden world. With more than 20,000 bee species pollinating one-third of the world’s food, this series uncovers their astonishing architecture and intelligence, unlocking their secrets.
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