10 Biggest Cats in the World, From Large to Extra-Extra Large
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The biggest cats in the world weigh more than a human family of four. See how your favorite wild cat matches up to the competition.
15 Fun Facts About the Shoebill Stork
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If you've ever wanted to meet a dinosaur, the shoebill stork is as close as you'll get.
What's the Loudest Animal in the World?
The loudest animal in the world could kill you with its voice alone, and plenty of these top contenders will at least burst your eardrums.
Adorable Baby Hippo Facts That Will Melt Your Heart
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Adult hippos are one of the most dangerous animals on Earth. But baby hippos are impossibly cute and (mostly) harmless.
15 Animals Your Dog Might Be Scared Of
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It’s good to know the dog predators and keep your pet away from them.
15 Largest Spiders in the World, Ranked
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Which spiders are the absolute largest across the globe?
10 Most Famous Bear Attacks in History
It's rare, but every now and then, a grizzly bear attack will occur — these ones happen to be the most famous.
Animals That Mate for Life Will Make You Believe in Love
They might not formally exchange vows, but these animals commit for life.
15 Coolest Desert Animals, Ranked by Toughness
Desert animals, even the tiny ones, have unique adaptations to help them handle the heat. But which one is the toughest?
The Story of P-22 Mountain Lion Piques Interest in This Wild Cat Species
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Los Angeles wildcat P-22 has brought the plight of mountain lions into the spotlight.
Fascinating Fox Facts We Never Knew
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They are basically kittens and puppies combined when they're young.
Based on Your Personality, Which of Santa’s Reindeer Are You?
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On Dasher on Dancer, on Prancer on Vixen — which of Santa's reindeer would you be? Take our quiz to find out.
15 Arctic Animals That Love the Snow
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Most Arctic animals turn white to blend in with the snowy landscape. Naturally, we think they're adorable.
15 Reasons We Relate to Mule Deer
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Mule deer are a cousin of the reindeer, and they're even cuter.
These Cute Baby Deer Are Basically Forest Puppies
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You know what's even cuter than a deer? A baby deer, and these pics prove it.
Meet the Adorable Octopus That Can Kill You in Minutes
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The blue-ringed octopus is miniature, but its painless bite can deliver enough venom to stop your heart.
15 Cute Fruit Bats That Are More Fluffy Than Fierce
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Bats get a bad rap, but these furry little fruit bats are melting hearts while they share what it's really like being a bat.
These Baby Bats Look Like Living Halloween Decorations
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Some consider bats to be creepy, but these baby bats prove otherwise. Learn all about these creatures of the night on Always Pets.
Crazy Facts About New Zealand's Cute Kiwi Bird
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You probably didn't know these fun facts about the kiwi bird, the national bird of New Zealand.
15 Fun Facts About Baby Pigeons
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Ever seen one? No? There's a reason for that.
Meet the Roseate Spoonbill, a Seriously Underrated Pink Bird
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Few birds are as cool as the pink-feathered roseate spoonbill.
15 Things We Didn't Know About Baby Owls
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They're like the kittens of the sky. But looks can be deceiving.
15 Perplexing Puffer Fish Facts
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Here's a collection of fascinating facts about the fugu fish, also known as the puffer fish.
Think Owning a Wolf Hybrid Would Be Cool? Think Again
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The realities of owning a wolf hybrid are harsher than one might expect. Find out what it's really like on Always Pets.
This Year's Comedy Wildlife Photos Will Make You LOL
These entries into the 2022 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards competition are guaranteed to brighten your day.
15 Reasons to Visit the Louisville Zoo in Kentucky
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The Louisville Zoo is one of the most noteworthy destinations in Kentucky. Learn all about this fun family destination and why it's worth your time.
Top 15 Petting Zoos in California, Ranked
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They are ethical, family-friendly and tons of fun.
Surprising Facts About Baby Sea Turtles
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Baby sea turtles are cute beyond belief. But there’s more to them than their adorable looks.
15 Awesome Animals that Start With N
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Here's a collection of diverse animals that start with N, from naked mole rats to nyalas.
30 Most Unusual Rainforest Animals
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Tropical rainforests are home to some very unique and unusual animals.
There's a Funny Monkey Meme for Every Moment in Life
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Get ready to laugh your tail off at these funny monkey memes.
30 Animals With the Shortest Lifespans, Ranked by Longevity
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Which animal has the shortest lifespan of a mere 5 minutes to 24 hours?
30 Ugly Fish We Can't Stop Looking At
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When it comes to ugly fish, we just don't know how to look away.
How Many Hearts Does an Octopus Have? (And Other Fun Facts)
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The fact that an octopus has three hearts is just one of the many things that makes this unusual sea creature so fascinating.
25 Celebrity Animal Lovers and Their Causes
Meet some famous people who are staunch defenders of animal rights.
What Do Hungry Hungry Hippos Eat? (and Other Amazing Facts)
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Say hello to the hungry, hungry hippo — the most dangerous land animal in the world.
Yes, the Box Jellyfish Sting Is One of the Most Venomous Marine Animal Attacks
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Box jellyfish are fascinating ocean animals, but only from a distance.
What Makes Portuguese Man O' War Stings So Scary
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You don't gain a nickname like the "Floating Terror" for nothing. These jellyfish-like creatures don't mess around.
15 Coolest Deep-Sea Fish, Ranked
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The deep blue sea has some unusual ocean fish at its very depths.
30 Most Dangerous Animals in Africa
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As with any wildlife you encounter, it's important to respect boundaries and observe African animals from a healthy distance.
Fennec Fox Facts That'll Make You Love Them Even More
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Smitten with fennec foxes? Find out all about these adorable canines, including whether they make a good pet or not.
30 Animals With the Longest Lifespans
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Here are 30 animals that have the longest lifespans, ranked from shortest to longest.
We Dare You to Find Every Camouflaged Animal
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Can you spot all the hidden animals?
Baby Red Panda Facts to Brighten Your Day
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These precious animals are endangered.
Fun Facts About Ireland’s Unusual Pine Marten
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The pine marten is one of Ireland’s rarest mammals, and you can learn all about what it looks like and what makes it so unusual from these 30 facts.
You Have to See These Endangered Animals
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You can still see these most endangered animals. But you need to act fast.
Amazing Albino Animals We Didn’t Know Existed
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They are rare and remarkable.
60 of the Most Beautiful Butterfly Pictures
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From the vivid blues of a blue morpho to the uniqueness of the glasswing, here are pictures of the world’s most beautiful butterflies.
Alligator vs. Crocodile: Facts That Set the Record Straight
Which reptile would win in an alligator vs. crocodile matchup? Here are 50 facts that set the record straight.
There Are a Lot of Reasons to Love Elephants
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How much do you know about these amazing creatures?
Every Rhino Fact You Want to Know
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The mighty rhinoceros is unlike any other animal.
33 Baby Dolphin Facts That Make Us Go ‘Awww’
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If you have ever seen a baby dolphin, especially a baby bottlenose dolphin, then you are lucky indeed.
Most Dangerous Birds to Avoid in the Wild
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These birds have surprising features that make them dangerous to all sorts of animals, including humans.
25 Smelliest Animals on the Planet
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Here are some of the smelliest animals you might encounter in the animal kingdom.
We Bet You Don’t Know These 30 Fun Facts About Animals
From animals that can’t vomit to poisonous geese, check out these 30 weird animal facts.
What Is Your Spirit Animal? A Guide to the Best Land Totem Animals
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We all want to know what our spirit animal is, so we created this guide to the coolest land totem animals to see which one best represents your lifestyle.
30 Fun Facts About the Irresistibly Cute Penguin
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There’s more to penguins than their funny walk. Here are 30 facts about the irresistibly cute penguin.
25 Most Dangerous Spiders in the World
Here are 25 scary spiders that also happen to be the most dangerous in the world.
Strongest Animals in the World
Strength in animals is measured in a variety of ways.
Noodle the Pug and 15 Other Famous Animal Psychics
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Is it a bones day or no bones day? Meet Noodle the Pug and other animals that predict the future.
31 Spooky Bat Facts for Kids (and Adults)
Are bats actually blind? Is the vampire bat real? Here are 31 fascinating facts about bats you never knew.
Dangerous Florida Animals You Should Definitely Avoid
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Let’s take a look at the most dangerous animals in Florida that could kill you by land or sea.
All Your Polar Bear Questions, Answered
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What exactly do polar bears eat? Where do they live? And do they hibernate? Here's everything you need to know about this beloved creature.
30 Weird Sea Animals You'll Never Forget
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Of the sea species we have uncovered, there are a handful of particularly weird animals that will either fuel your imagination or maybe haunt your nightmares.
Nothing to Spit at: 30 Fun Llama and Alpaca Facts to Know
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These helpful hints, tips and facts about owning alpacas and llamas will hopefully pique your interest.
Sharks Are Not the Most Dangerous Ocean Animal
Encounters with these animals can prove painful. Or deadly.
Most Ideal Dolphin-Watching Spots in the World
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You can see dolphins up close and personal around the world.
19 Best Exotic Pet Stores You'll Find Anywhere
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Looking for an exotic pet? These stores have everything.
These 2021 Comedy Wildlife Photos Are Absolutely Hilarious
The annual Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards encourages photographers to submit the funniest, most outrageous wildlife photography they can capture.
Everything to Know About Monkeys
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There are many more interesting facts about monkeys aside from how they make us laugh.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Tigers
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Here are some of the most interesting and unusual facts about tigers we could find.
60 Fascinating Facts About Lions
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Whether or not you get a chance to see one in the wild, there's a lot you can learn from a lion.
The World’s Largest Bugs Are Terrifyingly Cool
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There are plenty of large bugs on the planet for scientists to study (and for us to shudder about!).
25 Weird Birds You Never Knew Existed
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From eating monkeys to flaunting weird bills and crazy-long feathers, these are 25 of the most unusual birds in the world.
30 Animals With the Most Amazing Superpowers and Abilities
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Some animals and insects have powers and abilities that rival those of made-up superheroes.
These Weird Mammals Will Make You Do a Double Take
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Here is your chance to get to know some of the most unusual, weird mammals on the planet.
25 Best Wildlife Refuges in the World, Ranked
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By visiting a wildlife refuge, you help support the facility, learn about the animals and sometimes participate in their care.
31 Stunning Photos of Africa's Great Wildebeest Migration
Arguably the most famous moment in Africa's Great Wildebeest Migration happens between July and August when millions of wildebeests move into Kenya.
30 Extraordinary Endangered Animals That Could Disappear
These endangered animals may soon disappear forever, but here's how to learn about them now.
35 Scary Sea Creatures We Hope to Never Encounter
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We might never go in the water again.
45 Amazing Facts About Owls
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Everything you wanted to know about owls, and then some.
40 Best Zoos in the World, Ranked
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These top-ranking zoos around the globe will transport you to a world of animal adventure.
50 Fascinating Facts About Dolphins
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Did you know the dolphin may be the world’s smartest animal next to humans?
Beware of the World's Most Dangerous Insects
We recommend you get to know these most dangerous insects in an effort to stay safe.
25 Fastest Animals in the World
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If there were Olympic games for animals, these fast-flying creatures would win.
25 Facts About Cute Pandas You Won't Believe
Ever wondered if panda bears have tails? These panda bear facts will give you all the answers you need.
These 15 Animals Help Keep Humans Alive
Not all of the animals on this list are cute and cuddly, but they do serve essential purposes for the continued success of our species.
35 Best Aquariums in America, Ranked
The best aquariums go above and beyond the traditional exhibits to offer unique experiences like touch tanks, underwater tunnels and even live entertainment.
Incredible Animals You Can Only Find in One Place
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You’ll have to travel to their homeland to see them in the wild.
25 Worst Zoos in the U.S.
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These zoos need to step up their game, big time.
30 Incredible Animal Memorials Around the World
We dare you not to smile and/or cry at least once while celebrating these amazing animals.
How 'Crocodile Hunter' Steve Irwin’s Legacy Lives On
While "Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin tragically died in 2006, his life’s work is carried on through Terri and their two children, Bindi and Robert.
35 National Animals That Represent Their Countries Perfectly
Here are 35 national animals that represent their countries perfectly, whether they were associated with the gods, appeared in folklore or even benefited their country’s economy.
World’s Deadliest Animals (and How to Avoid an Attack)
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From more obvious, like snakes, to those that are seemingly innocent, like freshwater snails, meet the deadliest animals on Earth.
Inside Look: A Cincinnati Zoo Virtual Tour
The Cincinnati Zoo is absolutely worth an in-person visit, but if that's not on the agenda right now, you can still get a lay of the land with a virtual tour of the zoo.
40 Incredible Facts About Sharks
Sharks are strange and wonderful animals that continue to amaze us.
Wild Animals That Best Align With Your Horoscope
Have fun finding the wild animal that best suits your personality and horoscope sign.
Meet the 25 Most Famous Zoo Animals of All Time
Meet the 25 zoo animals who have captured our attention over the past two decades, and find out what they’re doing today.
35 Smallest Animals in the World
Are you ready to discover the smallest animals in the world?
50 Best Zoos in the U.S., Ranked
Who doesn't love the zoo? Americans, for one, absolutely love the zoo — so much so that there are more than 2,400 zoos in the United States.
35 Fascinating Reindeer Facts That May Even Surprise Santa
Let’s put your Christmas reindeer knowledge to the test with these true or false questions about reindeer that may even surprise Santa.
35 of the Biggest Ocean Animals
These 35 ocean animals are currently the biggest and boldest the world has to offer.
These Wildlife Photos Are Straight-Up Hilarious
We didn't realize that wildlife photography could be this funny!
50 Facts About Snakes That Will Make You Love Them
Snakes may not be everyone’s favorite animal, but there’s no denying that they’re impressive creatures.
Fascinating Bird Facts for the Birder in All of Us
There are more than 2,000 species of birds in North America, and they all have fascinating characteristics.