Animals

August 25, 2025

Man Builds Fully Functional Mini Subway Station for His Cats

Many cat pawrents go out of their way to keep their pets entertained, but no one does it like Xing Zhilei of Xing’s World. Rather than splurge on flashy toys and furniture, this man has drawn from his engineering background to build a cat-sized world. His latest, and arguably his most impressive endeavor, is a working subway station for his cats, complete with a moving train.

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August 19, 2025

Sea Otters Adorably Hold Hands While Sleeping To Keep From Drifting Apart

Sea otters are arguably some of the most adorable creatures out there. Just look at their cute faces and tiny fuzzy bodies! Plus, they have a particular behavior that has captured hearts around the world. These fluffy creatures have been spotted holding each other’s paws and cuddling to prevent drifting away from one another while they sleep. This is not only heartwarming, but also part of a clever survival tactic.

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August 7, 2025

Whale Makes Medical History as First Beluga to Recover From General Anesthesia After Surgery

In a medical and scientific breakthrough, a team of nearly 30 experts from across the U.S. gathered at Shedd Aquarium in Chicago and performed surgery on 12-year-old Kimalu the Beluga. Her handlers first noticed lumps near her blowhole during a routine check-in. Upon reviewing her CT scan, they found a network of cysts on her head and neck and decided surgery was her best option.

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July 29, 2025

Photos of the Most Adorable Flying Squirrel Species Native to Japan

Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, is known for its incredible scenery, but it’s also home to some of the cutest animals on the planet. Wildlife photographer Masato Sasaki spends his time documenting all of wonderful the birds and mammals in the area, but there’s one species that stands out as the most adorable of them all—the Ezo-momonga, a subspecies of the Siberian flying squirrel.

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