A squirrel happily poses with a perfectly made snowball, while another ensures that the occasion is captured… by taking a shot. The pair of red squirrels were content to play model and photographer – until the one behind the camera became bored and demanded a turn posing. The squirrels' joyful interchange is picture-perfect, with snow falling softly as they play with … [Read more...] about Photographer Vadim Trunov Captures a Pair of Red Squirrels Playing with Snowballs
A Dog and an Owl’s Unlikely Friendship
Until I saw these shocking and charming photographs by Tanja Brandt, a skilled animal photographer and collage artist in Germany, I wouldn't have imagined an owl and a dog could become best friends. Poldi, the charming owl, and Ingo, the Malinois shepherd dog, seem to like snuggling up to each other for photoshoots in the beautiful twilight light. If you enjoy these … [Read more...] about A Dog and an Owl’s Unlikely Friendship
The Quokka Selfie Is the Cutest Trend in Australia Right Now
Australia is known for its unique wildlife, and among the most adorable of all its creatures is the Quokka. These small, furry marsupials have won hearts all over the world with their irresistible looks and seemingly happy disposition. But what is even more impressive is the new trend that has emerged in Australia - the Quokka selfie. While Quokkas are considered to be … [Read more...] about The Quokka Selfie Is the Cutest Trend in Australia Right Now
Elephant Cub Saved the Life of an 8-Year-Old Girl — and She Thanked Him 12 Years Later
In 2004, Thailand was hit by one of the biggest natural catastrophes in recent memory, a tsunami that killed about 8,500 people. Amber Owen, an eight-year-old from the United Kingdom, was one of many devastated by the tsunami, but her narrative is one of beauty. Amber and her family arrived in Phuket, Thailand, only days before the accident, and stayed in a beachside … [Read more...] about Elephant Cub Saved the Life of an 8-Year-Old Girl — and She Thanked Him 12 Years Later
Moment of Emotion After Three Years Apart, Two Gorilla Brothers Have Reunited
Reunions of the family may be tense occasions. These long-lost relatives, on the other hand, were eager to break the ice in the warmest of ways — with a huge bear embrace. After being relocated to different zoos, Kesho the gorilla and his younger brother Alf had been separated for over three years. They were reunited this week in Longleat Safari Park, where they greeted … [Read more...] about Moment of Emotion After Three Years Apart, Two Gorilla Brothers Have Reunited