Viral photo shows a possum helping out a deer, reminding everyone of how important they are
Possums don’t get very much respect in the animal kingdom. They’re generally seen as pesky rodents, best known for their ability to play dead. But possums deserve a little recognition for the role they play ...
Almost half a billion animals have died in the Australian bushfires
Given the longevity and sheer size of the bushfires that have ravaged New South Wales over recent months, it’s no surprise that the blow felt by the affected areas has been truly terrible. Just how ...
A firefighter standing beside a koala surrounded by flames in Australia is caught on camera and goes viral
As the out-of-control bush fires in Australia are about to enter their third month, the horrific stories of those who have lost their lives continue to dominate the news. The horror of everything around you ...
Motorcyclist rushes into traffic to save injured bald eagle
Often times when we come across traffic, there’s no rhyme or reason. Maybe there will be a small fender bender, but the majority of the time vehicles are just slowly trudging along. This past Memorial ...
Deaf and blind old dog stays by missing 3-year-old’s side and helps bring her home
It’s amazing how emotionally intelligent and caring dogs can be, especially around children. Some parents worry how their dogs and babies will interact, but in most cases dogs prove to be both loyal protectors and ...
Australian firefighters find a baby deer orphaned by bushfires, bring her back to health
In recent weeks areas of Australia have suffered from severe bushfires. Many brave people have stepped up to save the local animal populations from devastation. Like these firemen, who were on the scene to fight ...
Baby whale comes up close to boat asking to be petted
Whales are really beautiful, majestic creatures. Getting to see one up close is a great experience—people go on whale watching tours just hoping to get a view of one. But one man got an even ...
Woman gives elderly possum a place to stay in her garage
Possums aren’t usually the first thing you picture when you think of cute animals. They’re generally seen as pesky rodents best known for playing dead or being roadkill. But possums have their charm, too, and ...
Baby elephant cries for 5 hours after being separated from the mom who tried to kill him
The beauty of the animal kingdom can take our breath away but there is a cruel side to it that many of us find hard to understand. In the case of elephants, we have seen ...
Northern cardinal with rare abnormality observed in Texas
The bird has both male and female characteristics.