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Remembering Steve Irwin: Terri posts tribute to late ‘Crocodile Hunter’ star 14 years after his death

Steve Irwin was a hero to so many people. Through shows like The Crocodile Hunter, he entertained while teaching people about the wonder of animals and the importance of protecting the wildlife. Many people today, ...

Around 14 dolphins are found dead and countless others are ‘seriously’ sick after fuel spill

At least 14 dolphins have been found dead and countless others were left stranded on the coast of Mauritius after a fuel spill. A Japanese ship reportedly spilled over a thousand tons of fuel last ...

Meet the Malabar giant squirrel, the squirrel so colorful people can’t believe it’s real

No one thinks of the squirrel as a particularly exotic or interesting animal. Chances are if you look in your backyard right now, you’ll probably find one—they’re very common animals. But if you venture into ...

Rare panda twins celebrate their first birthday with their very own cake

For a zoo, it’s always an exciting moment when an animal gives birth to a new baby. But it’s extra exciting when that baby is a panda. Pandas are a vulnerable species and zoos make ...

Hunter gets gored to death by elk a day after shooting it

Some people like to hunt animals for sport, but it can be a dangerous. It’s not always a one-way street: sometimes nature strikes back and the hunter becomes the hunted. That was the case in ...

Disturbing Facebook ads offer to sell white lions and tiger cubs

No one should have a tiger or a lion as a pet—these big cats belong in the wild or with a reputable wildlife organization who will care for them. And yet there are sick people ...

22-year-old giant panda mom gives birth to ‘miracle’ cub at National Zoo

It’s always a very special and exciting day at a zoo when an animal gives birth, especially when it is a rare or endangered species. A healthy new baby gives hope for a new generation. ...

‘Old as dirt’ dog rescued from drug raid overcomes everything to find forever home

It’s very sad what some dogs have to go through in life. One dog suffered through so much with no one to really care for him. Luckily, things turned around thanks to some kindhearted rescuers… ...

Elusive wolverine makes an appearance at Mt. Rainier National Park after more than 100 years

Have you ever seen a wolverine? No, not the fictional character from the Marvel Universe, but the small, powerful animal that looks like a little bear. According to reports, a female wolverine and her two ...

Infamous zoo featured on ‘Tiger King’ shuts down indefinitely after losing license

One of the biggest TV events of this year was Netflix’s true-crime documentary series Tiger King. But months after its debut, the story has taken another twist—one that will make animal rights groups happy. Viewers ...