We all know that dolphins are smart and enjoy sex similarly to humans, but this new information paints a far more interesting picture of these water dwellers.
Whether it’s baby animals playing silly buggers or adults being goofballs, the early entries for the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards show the lighter side of nature.
It’s well-known that dogs release tears as an eye-cleaning mechanism, but it is the first time that a study has linked emotion to the release of tears in any non-human animal.
Nature TTL, one of the world’s leading nature photography resources, has announced the winners of its annual photography competition, from 8 000 entries across eight different categories.
Named after the Norse goddess of love and beauty, Freya, a real whopper of walrus, has been making a massive splash across social media.
The aim of the competition is, most heart-warmingly, to raise awareness about animal welfare and the vital role that pets play in people’s lives.
In most of the videos, a 29-year-old farm caretaker and TikTok documentarian can be heard scolding the emu with the classic ring of “Emmanuel, don’t do it!”
Unless you’re trying to get your daily 10 000 steps in, it is always recommended to stay at least 15 metres away from sea lions.
A long-standing relationship between a security guard at the Onomichi City Museum of Art in Hiroshima and two of the area’s strays is pure joy.
Conservation through humour – that’s the focus of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards, “most probably the world’s funniest photography competition”.
After waiting hours for low tide and the subsequent volley of seals swimming in the lagoon on the remote Antarctic island of Plano, Amos Nachoum captured the winning shot.
Scientists have created a bizarre “Franken-fish” made from human heart cells that can swim for over three months.
While the usual decorations include tinsel, lights, Christmas bubbles, and other ornaments, one Western Cape family had a surprise addition to their tree.
The winning shots from the 2021 Comedy Pet Photo Awards include pure joy and happiness from dogs, cats, horses, and even two baby chicks.
Titan is usually just a happy canine passenger. This time, he found himself behind the wheel.
Brent Stirton’s photograph of two orphan chimpanzees being flown to the safety of a rehabilitation centre is one of the winning shots from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2021 competition.
Environmentalists and animal rights experts are alarmed at the number of exotic pets that Gauteng residents are keeping, especially in the East Rand and Johannesburg.
A pair of safari-goers were lucky enough to come across a couple of curious male lions, two of which came head-to-head with them while they sat in their tiny car.
A four-year-old elk, already massive at 270 kilograms, was carrying a 16kg car tyre for two whole years. But now he is free of his oversized necklace.
A couple of years after becoming one of the most famous gorillas on the internet, Ndakasi died in the arms of her caregiver, who had been like a “mother” to her.
Outside playtime at a Boksburg crèche has been stopped after the owner saw a pair of tigers peering over the fence.
A recent situation at the Paul Kruger Gate illustrated why it’s best to exercise caution and common sense in the park.
Besides those taking to the skies in private planes, more travellers have also started taking their pets with them on board.
Following an expedition to the Zongo Valley region of the Bolivian Andes, scientists have now confirmed the discovery of 20 new species, as well as others that hadn’t been seen in ages.
The winning snap from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Awards 2020 beat out 49 000 entries from around the world.
It’s Friday, and time to treat your eyes to something that isn’t a spreadsheet, and email, or a to-do list.
‘Tiny World’ takes a look at some of the smallest creatures on Earth, including a monkey that would fit in the palm of your hand.
Nature can often be brutal but does, at times, provide moments that help lighten the mood, especially on a Monday.
Animal-assisted therapy is proving effective in treating people who struggle with mental illness.
If you need a feel-good post to brighten your day, this man and his donkey will do the trick.