All news on the topic: Animals

The heartbreaking footage shows the elephants gentle carry the tragic calf across a road in a procession that looked very similar to a human funeral service

John Horsley, from the British Pest Control Association, has revealed what the most painful insect bite in the UK is and explained how to know if you have been bitten

The invasive Chinese mitten crabs first appeared in the UK in 1935 but have been spotted in a few places recently, and now there are fears they could damage riverbanks

Rudy Noorlander is looking forward to having a root beer float, reuniting with his Yorkshire terrier Sully, returning to the outdoors and maybe even being able to attend the rivalry football game next month between the Montana Grizzlies and his beloved Montana State Bobcats

Zara McDermott, the first Love Island contestant to take part in BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, has opened up about her experience so far. The reality star spoke exclusively on the red carpert at the Daily Mirror's Pride of Britain awards

A mischievous cat named Karate Chop has gained notoriety in a Tennessee neighbourhood for stealing a variety of items, prompting his owner to seek help from neighbours

Skeleton Coast in Namibia, also known as the world's largest ship cemetery, is so dangerous visitors need a supervised tour operator to explore the deadly dunes populated by hyenas and cheetahs

The tropical island of Nauro has been a well-kept secret from tourists, but if you do want to find the tranquil sanctuary it will take a few connecting flights and a sense of adventure

Pack up the plugins and cancel the candles, thanks to the cleaning experts of social media we've discovered the cheapest and easiest ways of keeping your home smelling fresh and clean all the time

Ariel has had more than 200 enquiries from people interested in adopting her

The Love Island 2021 finalist cooked a meal with a Michelin star chef, plunged into muddy water - and even held a tarantula

Maria Perez had to go to hospital after three aggressive pit bulls attacked her. Her daughter said she needs to know the dogs will never hurt another person again.

Patrick Williamson said his dog found what appears to be ambergris on Irvine Beach in Ayrshire, Scotland, and the substance - which could be worth hundreds of thousands of pounds - is now being analysed

A giraffe mum and its baby calf dropped dead in the span of one month in mystery zoo deaths now revealed in a report. Giraffes Penelope and Zuri died mysteriously at Cameron Park Zoo in July

The 2024 Randox Grand National will have 34 runners, instead of the usual 40 and it will get underway from a standing start. Racing writer Melissa Jones gives her view on the plans

Rachael Millard, 35, was walking her own two dogs when the “aggressive” XL bullies charged out of an open door towards her

Many vets and trainers recommend getting a crate for your dog to keep them safe while you're out of the house - but what's the maximum amount of time they can comfortably stay in one?

Nearly half of Brits are putting their own wellbeing ahead of finding “the one” - while a quarter think it is important to make their dating life suit their own goals

Harvard-affiliated scientists have achieved a significant breakthrough in xenotransplantation by keeping a monkey alive for two years with a genetically modified pig kidney

A judge in Florida sentenced the man who beat a shark to death with a hammer to a unique punishment - as retribution he must donate to the zoo and take a fishing course

Ben Newman ran onto the racecourse shortly after the field for the Epsom Derby had left the starting stalls, in defiance of a High Court injunction granted to the Jockey Club before the race

Animal experts have revealed what they call the Five Archetypes of Play Behaviour in canines - and the best kinds of exercise for each type

A shopper noticed some small spots on the bananas she purchased from Asda, and after posting a photo online, she was warned her that there might be a spider inside

XL Bully dogs are set to become the latest breed to be banned by the UK Government following a spate of horrifying attacks - but one very has revealed the five breeds he would never get

In an interview with the Mirror, the singer said he plans to leave the country if Rishi Sunak wins the elections as he accused the Conservatives of creating 'climate of fear'