Animals

Polar bear fur structure is unique.

No foreign romances for Britain’s particular dolphins

Snow leopards are the world’s most mysterious animal – this man lived among them

Gifted dogs show head-tilt behavior

Three white Bengal tiger cubs debut at Kemaman Zoo

5 things to know before adopting a pig

Orcas smash fish into purée for their young (or are they just having fun?)

The bees are dying – and nine other ways hotter weather is changing the British countryside forever

Dog meets puppy brother for the first time, and his reaction is unforgettable

Commentary: When life gets hard, animals still depend on us

Rare butterfly habitat ‘obliterated’ by quarrying firm

International Cat Day: The purr-fect viral videos to help you celebrate

Kitten is "stolen" away from new owners by the family dog in whirlwind pet love story!

Why hugging your cat may be doing more harm than good

The shoebill bird fascinates tourists.

This fast-spreading disease is being called the ‘biggest threat’ to deer. It’s getting closer to Connecticut.

Rescued elephant calf recovering but still has diarrhoea

Foundation for city’s first dog shelter laid by LG

Magpies demonstrate unexpected cooperation

Arctic ground squirrels survive extreme cold