Derrick bagged the record for the world's tallest donkey - recorded at 5ft 5in (1.6m), while his pal, Bambou, took top spot in the longest ears on a living donkey category - 1ft 1in (33cm).

NEW YORK -- From Christopher Columbus to Marco Polo, human explorers throughout history have traveled far distances. But some of the world's greatest explorers are in the animal kingdom. NatGeo's new ...

In honor of World Kindness Week, here are three heartwarming stories that showcase the incredible bonds between animals and humans. From a farmer using a blow dryer to revive an ailing newborn chick ...

The continent of Africa is home to a variety of different habitats – from grasslands and deserts to jungles and forests. Because of this level of biodiversity, Africa is populated by many unique ...

Death Valley’s wildlife beats the odds in a place defined by extremes. The hottest, driest, and lowest landscape in the contiguous United States is home to more than 400 animal species, from desert ...

Animal lovers can get up close and personal with capybaras during a special event at an Osceola County animal rescue. Amazing Animals, a nonprofit animal rescue in St. Cloud, is spotlighting some of ...

Eliminating an invasive species in Patagonia has made way for a native frog to return to the wild, according to Mongabay. The El Rincon stream frog is endemic to a small patch of territory only 3.7 ...

Some puppies are born and swiftly adopted into loving homes. Others aren't so lucky. They are abandoned, mistreated, unwanted and at risk of never finding love. Shelter and rescue populations in the U ...

Animals often surprise us with their cleverness, especially when it comes to escaping for freedom. Some of these amazing creatures can smartly climb walls, pick locks, and even trick their keepers to ...

Animal careers are way more creative—and sometimes wild—than most people expect. While veterinary work and zookeeping are the usual go-tos, there are some lesser-known roles that offer surprising ways ...