Bird builds nest with face mask at Moores Creek National Battlefield
A bird at Moores Creek National Battlefield in Currie, North Carolina, has found a novel use for a face mask it found at the park.
Dolphin’s spotted swimming close to Turkish shore amid coronavirus pandemic
Several dolphins spotted swimming very close to shore in Istanbul's Bosporus strait following reduced marine traffic amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Dolphins appear to glow as they swim in bioluminescent water
Some boaters were treated to a spectacular sight off the coast of Newport Beach California when a group of glowing dolphins glided through the water.
2 cats in NY state test positive for virus
Two pet cats in New York state have tested positive for the coronavirus, marking the first cases in companion animals in the United States, federal officials said Wednesday.
Jacksonville Zoo introduces 4 baby Asian small-claw otters
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is welcoming four baby otters.
Baby rhino follows mom everywhere at Denver Zoo
The Denver Zoo's new baby rhino is exploring her enclosure alongside her mom, closely following in her footsteps.
Kangaroo hops through empty Adelaide streets
South Australia Police released footage on April 19 showing a kangaroo hopping through an empty central business district in Adelaide as coronavirus restrictions kept city residents at home.
An orangutan at a Polish zoo shows world how not to wear a face mask in public
“Raja,” an adorable primate at a zoo in Poland struggled to put a mask on its face and decided to wear it over her shoulders instead.
Dog owner's attempt at grooming pup during isolation a complete fail: 'Wait until the professionals are back'
A woman tried to give her Pomerania a much needed trim and instead wound up with a mini alpaca.
Florida animal shelter's kennels empty 'for the first time in history' after every dog adopted
For the first time in its history, a Florida animal shelter's kennels were completely emptied after all of the dogs were adopted.
Zebra gives birth to rare 'zonkey' foal after mating with donkey in Kenya
After a zebra mated with a donkey in a Kenyan community, the result was an unusual -- and adorable -- "zonkey" foal.
Polk K-9 back to work after being stabbed in the head by suspect
A Polk sheriff's K-9 is back on the job just two-and-a-half weeks after being stabbed in the head by a burglary suspect.
After nearly all supplies stolen from Humane Society in Hernando County, community steps in with donations
Someone broke into the Humane Society of the Nature Coast in Brooksville and stole just about everything; dog and cat food, generators, cleaning supplies, lawn equipment, and even toilet paper. The shelter was left with barely a week's worth of food for 160 animals.
Denver Zoo's two-toed sloth celebrates 1st birthday
Staff at the Denver Zoo celebrated the first birthday of one of their two-toed sloths, named Wookiee, on Saturday, April 11.
Houston officer provides police escort for ducklings searching for their mother
In a scene that sounds like it came from the book ‘Make Way for Ducklings,’ a Houston police officer provided an escort for ducklings trying to find their mom.
Young koala Elsa celebrates first Easter at Australian Reptile Park
Elsa the koala celebrated her first Easter in a video released by the Australian Reptile Park on April 11.
Pet adoptions on the rise during coronavirus outbreak
Perhaps the only ones happy about the COVID-19 outbreak are our pets, many of whom are getting more attention than they are used to. More and more people, it seems, are looking for companionship while spending lots of time at home.
Adorable video of baby cuddling pet dog goes viral: 'People just want to see heartwarming stuff'
An adorable video of a baby and a dog snuggling up during naptime has gone viral on Instagram, warming the hearts of thousands.
Cuteness alert: Zoo Miami welcomes endangered clouded leopard kittens
Providing exactly what's needed in these trying times, Zoo Miami has shared images of two clouded leopard cubs.
Kittens from Atlanta Humane Society tour Georgia Aquarium during coronavirus closure
A litter of foster kittens went on a magical field trip to the Georgia Aquarium.