The animal kingdom can sometimes be a ruthless place, but these 25 photos of animal parenting show that it can also be as just as tender as our own. Scientists usually separate animals into two categories based on how they raise their young. These are the R and K categories.
Category R animals tend to have many offspring all at the same time who reach maturity faster. While K category animals tend to have fewer offspring that take longer to reach adulthood. Their young need more love and care, the kind of child rearing that we’re used to as humans (we’re also category K animals). Here are 25 animal parents who love their kids as much as you love yours.
1.) “Stop it mom you’re embarrassing me!”
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2.) Cuddling up in the snow. Looks pretty cozy.
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3.) They seem so proud of their little one.
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4.) “Everyone hang on tight!”
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5.) “Come on dad let’s play!”
Igor Shpilenok
6.) They’re so cute, I can’t even…
Ric Seet
7.) “Shh! The baby is sleeping.”
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8.) “It’s time for your swimming lesson son.”
Marco Mattiussi
9.) “Ok mom, staring contest go!”
Jan Pelcman
10.) “Just hold onto my trunk honey and you’ll be alright.”
Laurie Rubin
11.) They’re so well camouflaged!
Michael Milicia
12.) Otter-ly adorable.
Chuck Babbitt
13.) Such a peaceful place for a nap.
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14.) Bear kisses.
Tin Man
15.) Gotta keep those ducklings warm and dry.
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16.) Family group hug!
Wolfgang von Vietinghoff
17.) Cute and slightly scary at the same time.
Udayan Rao Pawar
18.) A mama lion tickling her cub.
Daniel Münger
19.) There’s just something about baby hippos that gets me.
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20.) “This is how you’re supposed to brush your teeth.”
Andre Pretorius
21.) That’s one heck of a group play date.
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22.) Mom’s tail is the best place to take a nap.
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23). “Don’t worry mom I’m on look out!”
Jim Ridley
24.) “ Yuck! Come on mom! I’m not that dirty!!!”
Michael Nichols
25.) That’s one proud parent.
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If those didn’t make your day, nothing will. Share these animals and their offspring with others below.
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