Ariel Cordova-Rojas thought she was going to spend her day birdwatching at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge in Queens, New York, but not long after she arrived, she came across…
Dogs can be real heroes. They have a great ability to sense when someone is in danger and come to the rescue, whether they be human or animal. That’s what one…
In nature, it’s usually the mother of the species who will take care of her young, instinctively taking newborns into her care and raising them. It’s less common for the…
Some dogs bring toys to their owners while others bring whatever they find in the yard. John Rucker’s dogs bring him turtles. “They spontaneously started bringing me eastern box turtles,” Rucker…
Whether or not you’re a vegan or a vegetarian, most animal lovers can agree there are certain creatures you should not eat—especially endangered animals. But some of these at-risk species…
It’s always great news when a new baby animal is born, especially when that animal is part of an endangered species. Each new birth is a big step forward in…
It’s always heartwarming to see different kinds of animals looking after each other. Sometimes an animal’s protective instincts kick in even towards a totally different species. That was the case…
The Budweiser Clydesdales are loved by all, and it’s easy to see why! Their commercials are some of the best out there, and they never get old. The one in…
All animal lovers are opposed to trophy hunting. It can be hard to believe that there are people who enjoy killing at-risk animals like lions and rhinos. This “sport” has pushed…
Sometimes animals get themselves stuck in places they shouldn’t be, and need a little human help to get them to safety. So it’s always heartwarming to see people go out of…
Two elephants, both captured from the wild and taken miles away from their real homes, briefly met at a circus when one of them, Jenny, was only a baby and…
Wildlife photography can bring us closer to the natural world, revealing beautiful and striking moments that we never would’ve seen. It’s a skill and an art requiring a keen eye and patience, but…
Sometimes animals get themselves stuck in some pretty tricky places, and need the help of some kind humans to get out. Like one goat, who was stuck in a large…
While some animals enjoy going for a swim, the water can be a dangerous place — especially when they get pulled too far out into the sea and get stranded.…
It’s always inspiring to see strangers come together to help an animal in need. When an orca whale ended up stranded on a beach recently, a group of bystanders came…
It’s been 15 years since we lost the legendary TV host and conservationist Steve Irwin, but his legacy of caring for wildlife lives on through his family. His wife Terri and their…
For months, Long Islanders have been captivated by the story of Barney the bull, who escaped from being slaughtered and has been on the run ever since. Animal rescuers arranged for the…
There’s no more heartbreaking sight on the beach than a marine animal stranded on land. Sea creatures sometimes get helplessly stuck, unable get back to the sea where they belong.…
It’s always hard when a family member passes away, especially when they were a loved one who meant a lot to you. You want to memorialize them, but these days…
Dolphins are widely considered one of the most intelligent species in the world. Due to their high emotional intelligence, problem solving skills and ability to communicate with one another, dolphins…
