Researchers at the University of Richmond in Virginia have managed to train rats to drive a tiny car with Froot Loops used as a reward, proving their brains are more flexible than previously thought.
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We all should learn from these animals. They have little food but still, choose to share it. That is what true friendship is all about. Check out these wholesome photos.
We were so busy with cute cats and dogs that we have totally forgotten about marmots.
Marmots are actually large squirrels. In fact, they are the largest members of the squirrel family. As large rodents, they usually have short but robust legs, enlarged claws well adapted to digging, stout bodies and large heads and incisors to quickly process a variety of vegetation.
Looking at these photos will make you fall in love. Guaranteed.
Mr. Geert Wegge is a nature photographer since 2013 and looking at his work would leave you asking "How did he do it" as each photo is a masterpiece, telling a story.
His amazing works include photographing wild squirrels in their most unique, magical, and playful nature.
Around 6 years ago, Weggen came across a fox in his doorstep. After giving him food to eat, the little fox started coming back to his balcony. After a few weeks, this fox started playing with Weggen's photography props. Soon after, birds and squirrels followed.
The red squirrels at his photos look like pro models and after months of gaining their trust, he has managed to photoshoot them in adorable and creative settings like riding a toy dragon, playing chess, eating a small cone of ice cream etc.
When asked how he comes up with his amazing photography ideas, he explained to My Modern Mat: "I have always been a fantasist, a dreamer. Most of the time I see things that were not there according to the people around me. I would say they were wrong. The world is a big place for dreaming and fantasy. It is one big wonder. Ideas come the whole the time and they seem to never stop".
He even built an entire outdoor studio made out of wood, trees, and of course plants. Geert has his little secret in luring the squirrels into his beautiful outdoor studio: "Food. Mostly it is about that. If I did not have food they would not come."
Check out some of his adorable photos below. For more, look into his Instagram page as well as his Facebook page.
Kotaro and Hana are two cute otters (male and female) living in Japan with their loving owner who documents their life together on a dedicated Instagram page and also on a very popular youtube channel. We have totally fallen in love with these two cuties and we're sure you will too once you'll get a chance to review their videos.
Aww. Let's try that again — Awwwwww.
At 150 days old and less than 500 grams, This tiny orphaned koala looks breathtakingly small. Actually, she should have still been in her mother's pouch but she was brought to Werribee Open Range Zoo by a wildlife carer three weeks ago after she fell from a tree in a Blue-gum plantation area. Sadly, her mom didn't survive and an external veterinarian had already made the difficult decision to euthanize her.
According to National Geographic, female koalas carry their offspring inside their pouches for up to six months, but because of the unfortunate circumstances, this female joey does not have that privilege.
The baby koala is now recovering well but will it will take a year of careful monitoring before hopefully being returned to the wild.
Story via: Metro
Have some faith in humanity, people! These animal stories will put an instant smile on your face, even if it's just for a few minutes. And if these aren't enough, there are even more Wholesome Animal Memes to be found!
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Since being found stressed, dehydrated and caged in a small village in Borneo, 5-year-old orphan Alba is learning how to pick up the pieces while trying to make new friends. Watch his fascinating story.
For pet owners that are looking for more than those regular pet costumes on Amazon, Tickeybootique on etsy offers eye-catching and bespoke outfits including a pancake set with a spoonful of melted butter and syrup atop a stack of pancakes. The company product line also includes donut costumes, astronaut costumes, and avocado costumes for an ultra-chic aesthetic. Check it out.
We are sure you all know Mr. Pokee, the ridiculously photogenic pocket-sized hedgehog who was on a mission to put smiles on people's faces while going on his exciting daily adventures. Lately, he added his adorable cat friend, Audree, and their photos together are just too cute to handle.
Raise your hand if, just like us, you think raccoons are cute, adorable, but also sly little devils. Here is another story to show you why we adore them so much.
Sarah and Zach, Newlywed couple, were having a photoshoot in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. Everything was absolutely perfect till, all of a sudden, a wild raccoon family appears. Yes, a family of 5 trash pandas crashed the photo shoot, making the day all the more memorable for the young newlyweds.
Their photographer, Kathryn White, shared the adorable photos on her Facebook page.
Japanese Twitter user and hamster lover @mamekomu_20's Twitter accountseems to capture the daily cute adventures of their two hamsters, Omame-chan and Komugi-chan. As is often the case, however, it's the unexpected adventures that end up being the most memorable. @mamekomu_20 writes in this popular Tweet that when they were simply goofing around on their phone while charging it, they suddenly sensed that something was amiss, only to look down and realize that Komugi-chan was apparently attempting to practice pull-ups on the cable with an action movie star grip. But there's more. Many more cute videos you should definitely watch.
So much happiness in the air...The wagging tails reveal the pure truth- We do not deserve dogs.
This Instagram Account by artist Chata528 from Japan is just too cute! This unique artist brings these outstanding handmade furry felt animal creations to life by taking them on their own mini-excursions throughout Japan, dressing them up and using carefully-made props to convince you that they are out touring the country in their own adventurous way. Check out his creations on Instagram- these are sure to brighten up your day!
