Animals

May 17, 2019

World’s First Open-Water Beluga Sanctuary Is Opening in Iceland with Two Adorable Whales

This spring, two beluga whales called Little Grey and Little White will travel from Changfeng Ocean World aquarium in Shanghai, China to the world’s first beluga whale sanctuary in Iceland. The marine and animal welfare project led by the SEA LIFE Trust in partnership with Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) is a significant step towards protecting the species and ending whale and dolphin captivity shows.

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May 14, 2019

20 Adorable Animals Booping the Camera with Their Curious Snoots

There’s a reason that animals are so popular on the internet—they do adorable things! And in trying to snap a photo of their cuteness, sometimes a boop on the camera occurs. But what is that, exactly? It's where the snout of an animal touches (or practically touches) the lens of the device. The result is an out-of-focus nose and a creature whose curiosity only adds to its charm.

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May 3, 2019

Interview: Artist Designs Custom Floral Crowns for Beautiful Pet Portraits

The boho flower crown has seen a revival over the past few years, with many brides, festival goers, and vintage fashionistas opting to top their heads with nature-inspired accessories. But it’s not just people that get to celebrate ‘70s summer style—your pets can too! Californian creative Yarely (of Freya's Floral Company) designs custom-made flower crowns for dogs and cats, transforming her fluffy models from household pets into majestic forest queens and kings.

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