Natural History Magazine

Picks from the Past

Characteristic facial expressions, postures, and movements are the key to an understanding of animal psychology and the soul of animal art.

Caves are among the predators’ favorite spots.

The brain doesn't much care whether an experience is real.

Humans will never win a sprint against your average quadruped. But our species is well-adapted for the marathon.

Hear author Xiaoming Wang interviewed by Vittorio Maestro, Editor in Chief of Natural History. (MP3, 17 minutes)

February 1938