Animal Stories

Ham the Chimp was born in Cameroon in 1957 and was taken from his home by trappers to the now-defunct Miami Rare Bird Farm in Florida. That's where the US Air Force...

The common proboscis monkey has a peculiar nose, as its name suggests. Although the name of the animal does not imply that any other part of its body is strange, the male...

You're in good cat lover if you've come across a Black Maine Coon cat. With their lion-like manes, large feet, piercing eyes, and striking size, majestic Maine Coons are fascinating creatures. The...

10.Venus, the Two-Faced and Odd-Eyed Tortie 9.A Retrieval Dog Saves 27 People from Drowning. Swansea Jack was a cut above the rest of the retrievers in terms of swimming ability. During the...

As humans, we all understand how important family is and how it is our forever home. Family is in our hearts, bonded for life; death cannot break this strong bond. This is...

In Fukushima, Japan, a tsunami and an earthquake triggered hydrogen explosions, a series of nuclear meltdowns, and the release of radioactive contamination. Due to these unfortunate events, the residents were forced to...

A Big Paws kitten decided to cling to the woman who took him in and follow her cats around the house. Tara (@mickeythemanxkitty) was picking up some patio stones last month when...

Once-In-A-Lifetime Experience A massive humpback whale appears behind whale watchers, surprising them. Despite their massive size, humpback whales are strong yet gentle creatures that can be found in any ocean. They are...

Peanut and nine other cats were taken to a shelter after their owner died. When Peanut first arrived, it was clear that he was out of the ordinary. Not only is he...

Today's most heart touching story comes from a beach in Brazil, and it has to be one of the most touching wildlife stories we've already published on AnimalPond. It's the story of...