Lioness and Baby Oryx
A union that seemed almost biblical took place in Kenya's Samburu National Reserve. People curious to witness the odd couple for themselves and wondering how long the predator would nurse her prey.
African Elephant and Sheep
When Themba the elephant lost his mom at just 6 months of age, a neighbouring sheep named Albert came to nap and have food with him.
Mare and Fawn
After losing his friend in an accident, a Morgan Quarter horse build an unique friendship with a miraculously recued Fawn.
Snake and Hamster
One of the documented connections across the gap between predator and prey is the apparent friendship between the snake and hamster.
Gorilla and KittenKoko(Gorilla) was given the opportunity to choose two new kittens from a litter in 1985 to be her friends. She picked two Manx creatures that she called "Lips" and "Smoky."
Giraffe and Ostrich
Bea and Wilma have become great friends during their time together at Busch Gardens in the U.S. The two share a huge 65-acre enclosure, so they aren’t forced to spend time together – they do so willingly.
Dog and Fox
Tinni the dog and Sniffer the wild fox have been the best of friends since they met in the forests of Norway.
Dog and Owl
Torque adopted Shrek the owl chick when he was just 6 months old himself. Shrek was removed from his mother’s care because handlers were afraid that she might eat him when stressed.
Dog and Lion
Milo the tiny dachshund took Bonedigger the lion cub under his wing when it was discovered that the lion was suffering from a metabolic bone disease that left him disabled.