The Dec. 13 birth of the little critter in the “World of Darkness” section was just announced by proud-papa zoo reps — who ...

With new research showing that raccoons are evolving to become increasingly domesticated, you might be wondering if you can adopt one as a pet. And what about other exotic animals? Can you keep a ...

On December 2, 2025, in Guangdong, China, @HedgehogButtHouse shared an adorable video of pet hedgehog. In the video, the hedgehog is resting on a bed while the author gently lifts it to show its cute ...

Whale watchers in Madeira captured the astonishing moment orcas took down the deep-diving marine mammal. The predatory behavior had never been documented in the region. A pygmy sperm whale was ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Hannah Shirley, the world’s oldest living pygmy hippopotamus in managed care, is celebrating her 52nd birthday at the San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center. The ...

San Diego Humane Society’s Project Wildlife team has cared for Hannah since she was rescued in 2002. (Photo courtesy of San Diego Humane Society) Hannah Shirley, the world’s oldest living pygmy ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — One of John Ball Zoo’s newest residents is making a splash during his public debut. Hugo, the nearly two-month-old pygmy hippo calf, had his first members-only preview on Monday, ...

Before you think about your answer, let me clarify: I’m specifically asking what self-care is—not how do you take care of yourself? It’s amazing that an entire industry has built up around ...

A Tahlequah native is helping care for baby pygmy hippo Mars at Tanganyika Wildlife Park in Kansas, where the young animal has quickly become a social media sensation. My love of Fiona the hippo is ...