▲This bunny has a big sister to watch over him.

▲A sweet bunny kiss.

▲A game of follow the leader.

▲Just another day on the farm.

▲They may be the same size now, but one day the cub will tower over the cat.

▲Keeping watch from the barn.

▲A smart mouse hitches a ride.

▲If goatback riding were a sport, this monkey would be a pro.

▲A tiger befriends a very lucky piglet.

▲Although naturally prey to the powerful predator, this donkey became the wolf's best friend.

▲The perfect resting place for a tired monkey.

▲Two enemy species form an unexpected friendship.

▲A cross-species wedding ceremony at Yunnan Wild Animal Park, China.

▲This dog finds a comfy spot to hang out on his buffalo friend.

▲A thoughtful monkey grooms a parrot covered in lice.

▲This turtle takes advantage of his crocodile friend to cross a rushing river.

▲This buffalo's feathered friend is not a fan of getting his feet wet.

▲These cubs' adoptive mother gives them a proper grooming.

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Would you ever believe that these two very different species could form a friendship?

See also: These baby animals look nothing like their parents.

▲A curious hippo baby encourages his tortoise friend.

▲This mama dog teaches her adopted babies good manners as they play.

▲She definitely has a mama's boy.

▲These two will grow up to be the best of friends.

▲Another caring mother takes in an orphaned cub.

▲A cat pays a visit to her cow friends as they wait to be milked.

▲These two animals live peacefully together at the Circus William in Berlin, Germany.

▲These friends take a quick break from a rigorous bout of play.

▲This dog happily feeds her mixed-species litter.

▲This crocodile sits patiently as his butterfly friend comes to visit.

▲This dog keeps a watchful eye out for danger in the meadow.

▲Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!

▲A cheeky tortoise steals his friend's food.

▲Silly friends put on a show for their family.

▲The happy trio pose for a family photo.

▲The family dogs meet their new siblings.

▲From inseparable pals to surprising bonds between predator and prey, animals can form the unlikeliest of friendships. In the following gallery, browse through some images of adorable animal friendships that will put a smile on your face!

Adorable animal friendships that will brighten your day

Unlikely friendships between animals all over the world

18/06/24 por StarsInsider

LIFESTYLE Nature

From inseparable pals to surprising bonds between predator and prey, animals can form the unlikeliest of friendships. In the following gallery, browse through some images of adorable animal friendships that will put a smile on your face!

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