Animals

August 16, 2023

Hawaiian Zookeeper Bravely Saves Critically Endangered Animals From Wildfires

Human lives were not the only ones threatened by the Maui wildfires. Numerous animals, many of which are critically endangered, were put at great risk from the disaster. On August 8, the fire threatened to spread to the Maui Bird Conservation Center in Makawao, which houses some of the rarest species on the planet. Before the flames got too close, however, a zookeeper stepped up and demonstrated inspiring bravery.

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August 8, 2023

Two Men on a Boat Rescue an Owl 20 Miles Away From Shore

Taking a boat out on the open seas is a fun pastime for many people, especially during warmer months. For two men who went fishing in Florida, it unexpectedly became a rescue mission. A woman named Paige Galdieri shared an amazing story that happened to her brother and his friend. On a fishing trip over 20 miles away off the coast of Sarasota, Florida, an owl landed on one of their fishing rods.

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August 2, 2023

Cute Piggy Café in Tokyo Lets You Cuddle With Sweet Micro Piglets While You Sip Your Coffee

Around the world, cat cafés have given customers the opportunity to hang out with some furry friends. Now, a little place in Tokyo is offering a more unique type of company. Mipig Café lets you sip a cup of coffee in the company of micro pigs. The concept of chilling at a café while a group of piggies zoom around you turned out to be pretty popular.

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