London's Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum in London on Instagram: dinosaurs made of real bone, rhinos from the Mammals Hall, fieldwork and specimens, told briefly and with humor.
What it is
This is the official Instagram account of the Natural History Museum in London, one of the world's great science museums. Its bio mentions a collection of 80 million specimens. The account has around a million followers and nearly five thousand posts, with short captions that often come with a pun.
Why we picked it
The museum shows the stories behind its displays, not just the displays. In September 2026 the feed featured its Mantellisaurus, one of the most complete dinosaurs ever found in the UK, and pointed out that the skeleton is 80 to 90 percent real fossilized bone rather than a cast. Another post introduced the three rhino species you can see in the Mammals Hall, out of the five still alive today, and a third simply asked followers when their dinosaur obsession began.
It strikes a nice balance: real science without the lecture, gorgeous specimens up close, and a sense of wandering the galleries. If you've never been to London, the feed works as a small tour.
Where to start
- Find the Mantellisaurus post and learn why a real skeleton matters.
- Look up the Mammals Hall rhino post for a quick snapshot of how many species remain.
- Browse the highlight reels on the profile for quizzes, gallery tours and fieldwork.
- Planning a London trip? Save the galleries you like so you can find them in person.
Who it's for
Kids and grown-ups who love dinosaurs, animals and rocks; biology and geography teachers; and travelers heading to London. Also anyone who likes picking up one good fact a day.
Quick answers
Is this the official account? Yes, the museum's website nhm.ac.uk links to it.
How often does it post? Regularly. When we checked in September 2026, new posts were going up every few days.
Is it only dinosaurs? No, the feed covers mammals, insects, minerals, research news and even museum events.
