Scientists have discovered that dogs change their faces around us
Pets
Mammals
How do hamsters fit food in their cheeks?
Hamsters may look adorable as they fill their faces, but their puffy cheeks can be the difference between life and death in the wild
Blog
Animals getting in the Autumn spirit
We’re not the only ones who enjoy playing in crunchy leaves
Q and A
What exactly is a slow worm?
Is it a worm? Is it a snake? Nope.
Blog
Going wild in Ethiopia
Better known for its early human remains, Africa’s oldest independent country is beginning to step out of the shadows of the continent’s more familiar safari destinations.
Blog
Unravel the mystery of the ghost cat in our brand new issue
Discover how to live alongside America’s elusive mountain lion in our latest issue. Here’s a sneak peak to highlight why you shouldn’t miss out! Would you know a mountain lion if you saw one? Learning more about mountain lions is the only … Continued
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Win a zookeeper for a day experience!
Win a Keeper for a Day experience for the once in a lifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with some of ZSL London Zoo’s most popular animals. Get a unique insight into the day-to-day life of the zoo’s … Continued
News
Prehistoric frogs feasted on dinosaurs
Scientists have calculated the deadly bite force of the extinct devil frog
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Golden animals
For our 50th issue, we take a look at nature’s golden creatures
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Bovine body art
Using art to educate farmers about the welfare of their cows
Q and A
Why do meerkats stand up?
These vigilant animals stand up for each other
Competitions
Huge 50th issue giveaway!
To celebrate the 50th issues of World of Animals, we’re giving away over £1000 worth of prizes
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Celebrating 50 issues!
Issue 50 of World of Animals is now on sale! To celebrate this special 50th edition, we’ve created a list of the greatest animal icons and why we love them. Here’s a sneak peak of the issue: From conservation … Continued
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What’s the most dangerous animal in the world?
One creature is far more deadly than the rest
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Do animals get sunburn?
You can rely on us to answer all of your burning questions…
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Nature Diaries: Rwandan Gorillas
2017 is the fiftieth anniversary of Dian Fossey’s Gorilla Fund – Daniel Allen headed to Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda to see how her apes are faring
GIFs & Videos
The UK’s only dusky pademelons have hopped into Chester Zoo
The tiny pair has arrived at the zoo, but what exactly are they?
Mammals
The real Grumpy Cat
Known for its expressive face, the Pallas’ cat has plenty of reasons to be as grumpy as it looks
Blog
Best animal bums
These animals never complain about being the butt of jokes – they put their bizarre back ends to good use
Mammals
The rollercoaster life of the first orangutan to use sign language
August 7 saw the loss of Chantek – one of the first signing apes – at the age of 39.
Blog
Liontrust makes world of difference for Asiatic lions
ZSL London Zoo’s big cats celebrate support on World Lion Day
News
There’s a ‘new’ snake in the UK
The newly-identified barred grass snake has been hiding in plain sight
Q and A
When animals migrate to warmer climates in winter, why don’t they just stay there? 
What persuades them to leave the warmth of their wintering grounds and make the dangerous return trip?
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Bee amazed by issue 49!
Find out if the queen bee really rules the hive, which animals use their bottoms for more than just sitting, and why the day octopus is a master of disguise in our latest issue. Here’s a sneak peak of issue … Continued