baby animals

Zebras are gorgeous creatures. With those hypnotic stripes, mohawk, and long-eyelashes -- they're definitely the raddest animals around.

And what could be better than zebra photos? Pictures of zebra foals, that's what! 

However, foals are pretty well-developed at birth, and already born with their stripes so to tell the difference between an adult and baby is most due to their size and youthful appearance. Doesn't matter too much to us, we love them all. 

Oh, and ready to feel totally lame? Did you know newborn zebras will already begin to walk within 20 minutes of its birth and run within an hour? Sounds like a superior animal to us. 

Let's take a moment to appreciate the small and very round beavers of the world! 

Did you know that a beaver's front two teeth never stop growing? The way they keep is shortened is by their constant gnawing on wood! They're also an animal that works together as a team to protect against predators. Beavers often create dams made of wood and mud to help protect them. And when it comes to beaver dams, it seems they have worked out some logistics. 

Usually, within a dam, there are two dens created, one is for drying off when you first exit the water and enter the den. And the second den is where beavers and their family live. Who knew these animals were such architectural engineers? Color us impressed! 

Oh, plus, they're really, really cute. 

What is it about owls that captivate us so? Those big-all-knowing-eyes? The way they can turn their head nearly all the way around? What about those beautiful feathers?

There's so much mystery when it comes to owls, we think that's part of their intrigue and fun. Plus, they're pretty heckin' cute when it comes down to it. And some owls are just downright beautiful. 

Did you know that there are about 200 different owl species? Wow, that's a whole lot of cuteness to admire! 

It should be illegal to be this adorable.

We happened to scroll upon one of the cutest tweets we've ever seen. Twitter user, @plumbpop, shared her handmade bonnets for her baby chicks! 

We had an immediate "awww" reaction and needed to see more baby chicks wearing tiny bonnets and hats! And while we were searching for that, looking to satisfy our craving, we came across Julie Persons of Etsy. Julie Persons specializes in tiny bonnets and hat made for baby chicks! Talk about hitting the jackpot! 

Julie Persons' Etsy shop "Chicks in Hats" is everything you could want and more. Check out the cutest chicks rocking the cutest hats!

Happy International Tiger Day! 

We shared an update from India's Tiger Reserves earlier this morning, and we're happy to hear the numbers for these endangered animals have been climbing, over the years!

However, there's always more work to be done! On this day, it's important to raise awareness for their conservation. Sadly, tigers have lost 90% of their natural habitat and their population has dwindled down to less than 4,000. India shared a report that revealed their tiger population increased from 1,400 in 2014 to a total of 2,967. That's more than double! While there is still a long way to go, it feels like we're on the right track. 

Let's continue to help this beautiful species thrive by spreading the word and donating what we can! You can even adopt a big cat at World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). 

A big congrats to San Diego Zoo and to the mother, Rosalita, who birthed two endangered ring-tailed lemurs on July 8, 2020. 

The twins, one male, and one female (yet to be named) went through the Zoo's veterinarian's quality wellness check, to make sure everything is fine (ie, nursing properly, gaining weight, etc).

 Both twins have yet to be named but are in good health and very loved by all, especially their mother. 

Yeleny Smith, wildlife care specialist at the San Diego Zoo knew Rosalita would be an excellent mother from the start, "She immediately exhibited all the appropriate behaviors of a lemur mom—being very attentive, grooming them, placing them in the appropriate nursing position, encouraging them to nurse and tending to their every need. These births are significant, as they allow us to continue to learn and share knowledge about this endangered lemur species."

What a sight it must be! According to San Diego Zoo, the 13-day-old twins are often seen "clinging to their mothers' belly" as she often nurses them and relaxes in the sun. 

Who else is currently looking up San Diego ticket prices to see these two precious babies? Both San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are open but with added safety and health protocols. 

Story via San Diego Zoo Global ZooNooz

Ugh, it's Tuesday again? The only thing worse than Mondays is Tuesdays. Thankfully, at I Can Has Cheezburger, our Tuesday means this weekly dose of cute to help keep the bad vibes at bay! 

And we must say, it does a splendid job of doing so! And lucky for you, you're right on time for this prescription refill! 

Get ready because this week is the cutest week yet (just like last week's)! We've got the pics and vids to turn you into a pile of mush!

Bringing the cuteness every week - stay tuned for next week's dose! If you missed last week's dose, and you need an extra cuteness boost, check out last week's here.

So smol and so cute. 

We all know cats can transform from a solid-state to a liquid one, this isn't new. However, the balled-up form, also known as "loaf," is one of the earliest forms a kitten masters. Practically from the moment, they are born, they are masters of the balled-up position. And this position is one heck of a cute one. 

Literally, just a ball of cuteness you can hold in your hands. Who wouldn't melt over that? We're melting just thinking about it. 

How is your weekend going so far? Looking to spice up things with some more fun? 

Well, look no further, 'cause we've got the most adorable baby animal GIFs to keep you happy & warm inside.

Sure, all animals are cute, but there's nothing quite as cute as the miniature version of them. 

So, take some time out and start scrolling. 

Few animals have the power to make us smile quite like alpacas and llamas. There's just something about these awkwardly cute animals that's difficult not to like.

Now...what if all that cuteness will be delivered to you in a mini version? Yes! we have some of the cutest baby llamas (and alpacas) photos for you. You're welcome. 

Kids and animals are a double dose of cuteness. 

Photographer Andrea Martin celebrates the joy that comes from these duos in her sweet photos featuring a small kid and a baby animal, cuddling in a rural setting. 

As the mom of four children, Martin understands the magic and knows how to embrace their mutual playfulness as well as when to hit the shutter in exactly the right moment.   

Here's the most relaxing thing you'll see all day. 

Have you ever seen some baby animals yawning? 

No? You're welcome.