Bat Island

NG Creature Feature: Vampire Bats

Vampire bats don’t really live in Transylvania, but these flying mammals really do drink blood. Learn all about them with photos, maps, and video.

National Geographic Magazine: Panama Bats

Barro Colorado Island in Panama is home to 74 bat species. Meet them up close, and hear some of their sounds.

NG News: Scientists Fill Blanks on Bat Family Tree

Bats make up one-fifth of all Earth’s mammal species. Yet little is known about bats’ ancient ancestors. Learn how scientists are trying to find out more.

Painted People

NG Kids: Culture Trek: Papua New Guinea

Teenagers in the Huli tribe have to take very special care of their hair. Find out why.

NG News: Tribe Goes High-Tech to Fight for Rain Forest Home

The Asmat have lived in the rain forest of Papua New Guinea for thousands of years. Recently, they have embraced some very modern methods to protect their home.

NG Channel Photo Gallery: The Hidden World of the Asmat

Get a glimpse of the traditional way of life of the Asmat, a Papua New Guinea tribe.

Hot Spots

NG Forces of Nature: Volcanoes

Learn how volcanoes form and what causes them to blow their tops. Then create your own volcano and watch it explode.

NG Kids: Volcano! Mountain of Fire

Learn more about volcanoes with facts, photos, and video.

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