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August 24, 2018

Wild Iguana Photobombs a Woman’s Picture in One Impressive Leap

Animals are the best photobombers. Their earnest curiosity can transform an otherwise ordinary picture into a magical scene, or their presence can be a hilarious addition you never knew you needed—it's truly kismet when creature and camera meet like that. Tammy Ricks recently experienced this stroke of good luck while in San Juan, Puerto Rico. As she was posing against an idyllic ocean backdrop, a large iguana leaped right in front of her.

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August 23, 2018

This Adorable Dog Has the Most Concerned Looking Face All the Time

When the world seems uncertain, we’ve always got animals on the internet as a way to feel better.

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August 22, 2018

Animal Crackers Redesign Frees Animals From Cages After 116 Years of Captivity

For 116 years, Barnum’s Animals Crackers have been sold in boxes that depict wild animals—such as lions, gorillas, and elephants—caged...

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August 21, 2018

Siamese Fighting Fish Portraits Look Like Colorful Clouds of Ink in Water

Thai photographer Visarute Angkatavanich is known for creating stunning, close-up portraits of colorful Siamese fighting fish. Commonly known as betta, the popular domesticated species is native to the Mekong basin of Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Thailand. In contrast to their aggressive nature, Angkatavanic’s latest series, titled Betta Paradiso, captures the betta’s captivating beauty as they gracefully swim like dancing ballerinas.

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August 20, 2018

Underwater Photographer Spends 20 Years Capturing Photos of Microscopic Plankton

Japanese underwater photographer Ryo Minemizu has dedicated his 20-year career to capturing some of the smallest organisms in the sea—plankton.

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August 17, 2018

Comical “Dad Bods and Dogs” Calendar is Helping Rescue Dogs Find Homes

It’s only August, but we’re already looking forward to the beginning of 2019 thanks to an adorable (and rather hilarious)

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August 16, 2018

2 Million Years Ago a Giant Rhinoceros Known as the Siberian Unicorn Roamed the Earth

Millions of years ago, a gigantic mammoth roamed the earth, calling Eurasia its home. Elasmotherium, or the Siberian Unicorn, is a genus of three species that lived from approximately 2.6 million up to 29,000 years ago. The extinct rhinoceros had a large, thick horn atop its head and long legs that allowed it to gallop like a horse.

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August 16, 2018

Stylish Cat Tower is the “Ultimate Playground” for Fun-Loving Felines

For those with a discerning taste in decor, it can be a challenge to find stylish pet furniture.

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August 15, 2018

15+ Gifts Any Creative Animal Lover Will Appreciate

If you are wild about animals, consider My Modern Met Store your new one-stop shop for some of the most creative...

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August 13, 2018

Animal Sanctuary on Greek Island Offers the Purrrfect Job for Cat Lovers

If you’ve ever dreamed of quitting your day job and moving to a Mediterranean island, your fantasy could well become reality—so long as you like cats. God's Little People Cat Rescue on the Greek island of Syros is currently searching for the right person to look after all 55 of its feline inhabitants.

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