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When it comes to internet humor, animal photos are the new cat's meow. These wacky, wild, and sometimes weird images have taken the internet by storm and left us all feeling pawsitively entertained. From an owl delivering a Hogwarts letter, to a bear taking a snooze in a bird's nest, to a turtle trying to eat a Christmas decoration thinking it's a giant tomato, these pictures are definitely going to put a smile on your face.

But why do we love these funny animal photos so much? For starters, they're the perfect escape from the daily grind. These images offer a moment of belly laughs and silly giggles in an otherwise serious world. And let's be real, who doesn't love to see a cat napping in an absurd position or a dog playing with its toys in the most ridiculous way possible? These animal antics are a universal language that speaks to us all, no matter our age, culture, or background. If you'd like to see more of these wonderful darlings, here's an article we've done previously, oh and another one! Now let's get into it!

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Big Cats Like Boxes Too!

Big Cats Like Boxes Too!

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If we had to choose what to fill our time with, many of us would most likely choose the relaxing and joy-inducing activity of watching animals causing an adorable ruckus. They provide a much-welcomed escape from staring at a colored slab all day, be it your laptop screen, the TV, or the ever-stimulating phone. 

Besides, these cuties are very shareable. Be it friends, family, or coworkers that you still tolerate, everyone benefits from seeing a lion snuggling inside a cardboard box or a tiny turtle munching on a leaf whilst judging everyone else’s life choices. Hey, if I could’ve chosen, being a human in the 21st century wouldn’t have been top of the list! 

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My Grandma..

My Grandma..

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Platypus Babies Are Called "Puggles"

Platypus Babies Are Called "Puggles"

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Not only are animals entertaining, but they’re also good for our health! Yeah, no kidding! Studies have shown that interacting with animals (even fish!) helps lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety, and decrease depression. Furthermore, they help create a sense of calm and comfort; truly, can anything be wrong in the world when a panda is rolling down a hill? 

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The effect is further amplified when the animal is doing something surprising or unexpected. Psychologically, the surprise appearance of a cute furry friend causes a cognitive orienting response. In the case of animals, it’s a pleasant surprise and the unexpected pleasure of seeing something funny when we were expecting something more mundane that triggers a positive response (in this case smiling or even laughing). 

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Hogwarts Letter Finally Arrived

Hogwarts Letter Finally Arrived

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Hello There!

Hello There!

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Victorious!

Victorious!

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“There is no doubt there is a short-term burst of happiness,” explains University of Victoria neuroscientist Olav Krigolson. “That should lead to better cognitive function for the short term. Staring at cute things activates the amygdala [an area of the brain that deals with emotions] and other emotional areas of the brain, which ramps up other cognitive systems.” 

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“So there is a benefit. What makes it particularly powerful is when the emotional response and reward are wrapped together,” he said. The cute image delivers the brain a minuscule blast of dopamine, working the same chemical reward system activated by drugs like cocaine. It makes us come back for more before we are even conscious we want to. 

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Oh Violet

Oh Violet

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I'm In Confusion

I'm In Confusion

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Dropping Sticks

Dropping Sticks

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As interesting as this all is, there are certain ways of enhancing these positive feelings during a time of high stress, which may then lead to better results at work or school. The University of Leeds conducted a study in which a 30-minute montage of images and videos of cute animals was shown to 19 participants, many of whom were students due to take an exam 90 minutes after the session, with the remainder being academic support staff who had declared they were feeling stressed from work.

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They had their heart rate and blood pressure measured before and after the study, with the majority wearing a heart-rate monitor throughout. The study produced both physiological and psychological findings. “Throughout the course of the session, heart rates and blood pressure fell across all individuals to a level that would be considered healthy and indicative of limited stress or anxiety,” stated Dr. Andrea Utley

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This Owl Captured Child's Hobby Horse And Carries It Around The Town

This Owl Captured Child's Hobby Horse And Carries It Around The Town

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Tired Hamster

Tired Hamster

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The Shell Knight

The Shell Knight

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“Ultimately, the cuteness response is an important adaptation for us. Without it, I simply don’t think we’d survive as a species,” says Morten Kringelbach, professor of neuroscience at Oxford University and Aarhus University (Denmark). As humans, who come into the world too early, “we need a lot of care—and need to make sure our young are appealing enough to receive it.” 

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However, on average, puppies and kittens scored higher on the cuteness scale than humans. And, if you ask me, for good reason. Scientists believe that the powerful nurturing instinct we have for our own children spills over into an affection for anything that even loosely resembles them.

“Animals like dogs and cats have been essentially bred to look like babies,” says Kringelbach. “They have the big eyes, they have the big ears. When you see them, your brain is thinking ‘this could be a baby’. And it’s only later on, by the time you already have reacted, you say ‘oh, that’s not a baby. But maybe I should still look anyway!’”

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Look At That Tongue

Look At That Tongue

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The Reply I Hoped For

The Reply I Hoped For

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🔥 Cardinal Showing Off.

🔥 Cardinal Showing Off.

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Whichever it is, science and smart people aside, one thing is for sure—funny animal photos serve as a reminder that even the most mundane moments in life can be made special by the presence of an animal. They remind us to take a step back and appreciate the simple things in life, and to cherish the moments that bring us the most happiness.

As you continue scrolling through this list, make sure to upvote your favorites and leave some thoughts in the comments below, and I shall hope to see you all in the next one! Have a great one! 

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Genuinely Lol’d At This

Genuinely Lol’d At This

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Hello

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What A Bat In The Womb Looks Like

What A Bat In The Womb Looks Like

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When You Try To Google Tony Hawk But Accidentally Type In Tiny Hawk

When You Try To Google Tony Hawk But Accidentally Type In Tiny Hawk

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Don't You Dare Wake Him Up

Don't You Dare Wake Him Up

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Jabba

Jabba

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Have You Ever In Your Life Seen A Bear Sitting In A Eagles Nest? You Have Now!!!

Have You Ever In Your Life Seen A Bear Sitting In A Eagles Nest? You Have Now!!!

You Have To Remember Eagles Nests Weight Hundreds Of Pounds As They Add New Sticks Every Year, And They Can Be Over 6 Ft. Wide

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This Cow Looks A Bit Guilty

This Cow Looks A Bit Guilty

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Thanks, I Hate Emo Horse

Thanks, I Hate Emo Horse

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Big Blep 👅

Big Blep 👅

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Well Howdy

Well Howdy

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A Polite Boi

A Polite Boi

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Oh Yeahhh

Oh Yeahhh

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Peach Perfect

Peach Perfect

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That's A Weird Looking Giraffe 🦒

That's A Weird Looking Giraffe 🦒

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He’s Shedding But It Looks Like He Has A Gecko Onesie

He’s Shedding But It Looks Like He Has A Gecko Onesie

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Rawrrrrr! Unknown Man Finds Game Camera.

Rawrrrrr! Unknown Man Finds Game Camera.

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When You Discover The Hidden Camera

When You Discover The Hidden Camera

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#34

Someone's Had A Beary Rough Day😅

Someone's Had A Beary Rough Day😅

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#35

Wildlife Photograph Of The Year, 2019

Wildlife Photograph Of The Year, 2019

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#36

Huckleberry Is Wearing The Tennis Balls Of Shame.

Huckleberry Is Wearing The Tennis Balls Of Shame.

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I Don’t Know If I’d Be Delighted Or Scared Sh*tless

I Don’t Know If I’d Be Delighted Or Scared Sh*tless

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I Found This Otterly Adorable

I Found This Otterly Adorable

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Ahhh

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#40

It’s Gonna Be A Loooong Car Ride!

It’s Gonna Be A Loooong Car Ride!

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#41

This Is Yoda. Yoda Likes Tomatoes

This Is Yoda. Yoda Likes Tomatoes

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#42

My Dad Sent Me A Picture This Morning And Said “It Finally Happened”

My Dad Sent Me A Picture This Morning And Said “It Finally Happened”

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#43

Freeloading Bear Taking A Bath In Someone's Backyard Jacuzzi

Freeloading Bear Taking A Bath In Someone's Backyard Jacuzzi

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Mooo Along

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Found A Birb In My Bike

Found A Birb In My Bike

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This Fat Bee Trying To Climb

This Fat Bee Trying To Climb

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#47

Look I've Heard It's Rough In Aus, But South Africa Hits Different. No Morning Swim Today.

Look I've Heard It's Rough In Aus, But South Africa Hits Different. No Morning Swim Today.

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He Can Stack 7 Cheerios On His Head

He Can Stack 7 Cheerios On His Head

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Hamster Doing Hamster Things

Hamster Doing Hamster Things

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He A Little Confused, But He Got The Spirit

He A Little Confused, But He Got The Spirit

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Red Pandas Stand Up And Extend Their Claws To Look Bigger And Dangerous

Red Pandas Stand Up And Extend Their Claws To Look Bigger And Dangerous

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Hampster

Hampster

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#53

Owls Are Allowed To Run????

Owls Are Allowed To Run????

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H O P

H O P

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Hes Trying His Best

Hes Trying His Best

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Occupado

Occupado

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#57

A Squirrel Won Today

A Squirrel Won Today

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#58

The Cutest Picture Ever Taken Of Some Mice

The Cutest Picture Ever Taken Of Some Mice

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#59

Their Training Is Complete

Their Training Is Complete

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#60

Too Hot For The Fox In London Today!

Too Hot For The Fox In London Today!

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How Really

How Really

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#62

To Valhalla!!!

To Valhalla!!!

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#63

“Jennifer Slopez Is Forever Determined To Go Downstairs. Had To Put Up This Gate That Even Grown, Able-Bodied Adults Struggle To Open. She Does Not Respond To Verbal Commands Like "Turtle! No!!!"

“Jennifer Slopez Is Forever Determined To Go Downstairs. Had To Put Up This Gate That Even Grown, Able-Bodied Adults Struggle To Open. She Does Not Respond To Verbal Commands Like "Turtle! No!!!"

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#64

My Dad (On The Right) Fixing My Car With A Little Helper.

My Dad (On The Right) Fixing My Car With A Little Helper.

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#65

He Requires The Tea

He Requires The Tea

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#66

Meet Grumpyfish, The Crankiest Darn Goldfish I've Ever Seen!! 🤣

Meet Grumpyfish, The Crankiest Darn Goldfish I've Ever Seen!! 🤣

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#67

And The Winner Of Hide And Seek Goes To...

And The Winner Of Hide And Seek Goes To...

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#68

One Of My Friends Donkeys Enjoying The Sun.

One Of My Friends Donkeys Enjoying The Sun.

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#69

I Photographed The Fox That Visits Our Garden Often, Putting My Phone Against Binoculars.

I Photographed The Fox That Visits Our Garden Often, Putting My Phone Against Binoculars.

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#70

This Fox Fell Asleep On A Skylight

This Fox Fell Asleep On A Skylight

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#71

A Curious Mouse In Canada Was Caught Chomping On Cannabis Leaves Before Being Found Passed Out On Its Back

A Curious Mouse In Canada Was Caught Chomping On Cannabis Leaves Before Being Found Passed Out On Its Back

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#72

Just Some Bears Noming On Apples

Just Some Bears Noming On Apples

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Understandable

Understandable

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#74

Just A Bear Eating His Lunch That Is All

Just A Bear Eating His Lunch That Is All

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#75

This Is Literally The Best Picture I’ve Ever Gotten Of Her. She Will Never Make A Normal Face For A Camera.

This Is Literally The Best Picture I’ve Ever Gotten Of Her. She Will Never Make A Normal Face For A Camera.

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An Angry Parrot

An Angry Parrot

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Would Absolutely Jump In Water To Swim, But Refuses To Walk In The Rain Without A Coat

Would Absolutely Jump In Water To Swim, But Refuses To Walk In The Rain Without A Coat

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#78

It's Monday Today?!

It's Monday Today?!

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Moose Taking An Afternoon Nap In My Dad's Garden.

Moose Taking An Afternoon Nap In My Dad's Garden.

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He Thinks He Can't Be Seen

He Thinks He Can't Be Seen

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A Driveway Crew Was Pouring Concrete At A New House Next To A Duck Pond. They Went To Lunch And Came Back To This...

A Driveway Crew Was Pouring Concrete At A New House Next To A Duck Pond. They Went To Lunch And Came Back To This...

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Mirrors My Personal Relationship History...

Mirrors My Personal Relationship History...

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#83

Spike, My Cardinal Buddy Came To Visit Me Today!

Spike, My Cardinal Buddy Came To Visit Me Today!

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Bunny :hey No More Boop

Bunny :hey No More Boop

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#85

We Get By With A Little Help From Our Friends

We Get By With A Little Help From Our Friends

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For A Moment, I Thought He Was Inside Of That Jar Behind Him

For A Moment, I Thought He Was Inside Of That Jar Behind Him

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In A While…

In A While…

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This Calf Had Quite The Reaction To Me Petting Her

This Calf Had Quite The Reaction To Me Petting Her

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One Month Ago My Sister Found A Tiny Egg And Gave It To Me. I Put It In A Jar Not Expecting Anything. But Today It Hatched! I'm A Father!!!!

One Month Ago My Sister Found A Tiny Egg And Gave It To Me. I Put It In A Jar Not Expecting Anything. But Today It Hatched! I'm A Father!!!!

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😂😂😂

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A Polar Bear's Parent And Child Photographed In The Arctic Circle, And A Child Buried In The Parent's Body, Look Synthetic

A Polar Bear's Parent And Child Photographed In The Arctic Circle, And A Child Buried In The Parent's Body, Look Synthetic

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Got A Text From A Golfer Friend Saying "I Just Missed An Eagle On The 12th! " Then He Sent This

Got A Text From A Golfer Friend Saying "I Just Missed An Eagle On The 12th! " Then He Sent This

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A Crow Gave Me A Gift Today!

A Crow Gave Me A Gift Today!

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Cricket Goes Crazy For Strawberries

Cricket Goes Crazy For Strawberries

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Funny

Funny

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I’m At Popeye’s And I Guess A Chicken Either Escaped Or Is Seeking Revenge

I’m At Popeye’s And I Guess A Chicken Either Escaped Or Is Seeking Revenge

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Can't Believe

Can't Believe

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Duck Going For A Ride

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Someone From R/Goats Suggested I Post This Here. This Is My Boy Bilbo Not Knowing What’s Going On Ever

Someone From R/Goats Suggested I Post This Here. This Is My Boy Bilbo Not Knowing What’s Going On Ever

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Cow Spotted Chewing On A Large Python In Outback Australia

Cow Spotted Chewing On A Large Python In Outback Australia

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Hedgehog Getting An X-Ray

Hedgehog Getting An X-Ray

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The Universal Pandemic Experience: Eating Garbage And Falling Asleep On The Nearest Comfortable Thing

The Universal Pandemic Experience: Eating Garbage And Falling Asleep On The Nearest Comfortable Thing

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I Caught A Yawn...

I Caught A Yawn...

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Tip Of The Day:

Tip Of The Day:

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Baby Ducks In The Lake

Baby Ducks In The Lake

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Need Help Identifying New Bird At Bird Feeder. Wrong Answers Only

Need Help Identifying New Bird At Bird Feeder. Wrong Answers Only

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Anyone Else Get Their Stimulus Check?

Anyone Else Get Their Stimulus Check?

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Fish Post

Fish Post

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Why I Also Did Not Swim In South Korea (Mother's Foot For Scale)

Why I Also Did Not Swim In South Korea (Mother's Foot For Scale)

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I Was Giving A Tour Of My Family’s Wedding Venue And This Happened…

I Was Giving A Tour Of My Family’s Wedding Venue And This Happened…

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I Photoshop Animals Into Things As A Hobby. Here's A Pineappowl

I Photoshop Animals Into Things As A Hobby. Here's A Pineappowl

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Hes Going To Make You Fried Eggs

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Ayooo Guess Who Had Threesome

Ayooo Guess Who Had Threesome

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Merle And I Finally Caught The Duck Killer!

Merle And I Finally Caught The Duck Killer!

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Tired Of Pitbull Posts? Here's My Horse Being A Doofus

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This Is Official My Favorite Photo

This Is Official My Favorite Photo

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Weekend Vibes

Weekend Vibes

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An Eel Has Tried To Escape From Inside A Heron’s Stomach While The Bird Was Still In Flight

An Eel Has Tried To Escape From Inside A Heron’s Stomach While The Bird Was Still In Flight

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Me After An Exhausting Monday

Me After An Exhausting Monday

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Me And The Girls After We Get Vaccinated

Me And The Girls After We Get Vaccinated

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