Animal Life

Men show off their best skills at three manly games: archery, wrestling, and horse racing

Watching fireflies is a summer obsession for the Japanese

Tauromaquia in Portugal is no less colorful than Spanish corrida

Better not to come across a hungry predator just after the end of hibernation season

Every four years, sometime in October, millions of migrating sockeye salmon paint the Adams River scarlet-red

Witness the traditional Moroccan horsemanship spectacle

As ocean waters warm up, white sharks start their annual migration between Mexico and Southern California

Corrida is the most traditional, but also the most controversial of Spanish Fiestas

Visit some of the wonderful Greek beaches, which are home to the adorable Caretta turtles

Enjoy watching turtles in their habitat and volunteer to help with their preservation

The annual event is a great opportunity to experience a canoe competition, as well as other performances that come along

Visitors get a chance to hop on a donkey and speed up in Tisno or Tribunj during the annual donkey race

About half a dozen hummingbirds species visit South Carolina

Join one of the biggest festivals with fireworks and music in San Sebastian

The Galapagos Islands are one the most famous places to observe baby sea lions

A colorful army comes to eat the minerals

Set off for your birdwatching journey across Ireland to spot puffins on the coast

Best place in Europe to see amphibians and reptiles

Tusheti is one of the most picturesque high-mountain hidden gems of Georgia

Witness one of the greatest miracles of the world

Ruby-throated and rufous hummingbirds can often be spotted in Virginia

A great opportunity to witness one of the most recognizable Spanish traditions

Watch a fascinating natural phenomenon in California's parks and deserts

North Seymour island is one of the rare places where you can enjoy watching the blue-footed boobies

The Big Round-Up. An event that takes place in the countryside and, as unusual as it sounds, includes sheep and romance

Norwegian fjord forests are home to the greatest species of deer—Moose

Hundreds of restless fur seal pups play in water streams while their moms go hunting in the ocean

It might be amusing to watch migrating mullets jumping above the water's surface, however, they don't do it out of amusement, but to escape chasing predators

Take a great selfie with a gorgeous pink greater flamingo

Visit vast beaches to watch seals in their natural habitat without disturbing them

When you cruise around the Maldives at night, you can reveal a colony of glowing plankton

Cute Arctic Puffins distinguished by beautiful beaks nest in colonies along the Northern islands of Norway

Watch this gorgeous dance of horses

Toronto is one of the best places in the world to enjoy fall foliage

A medieval equestrian knightly competition in Sinj that is part of the UNESCO list

These large Bolivian rodents love bathing in the mud, feeding, and never stop being cute

Although thousands of firefly species live around the world, there are not that many places where you can observe such magic

Visit one of Japan's 'hell valleys' to see snow monkeys playing and bathing in hot springs

It’s impossible to imagine Alaska without wild bears. Come and see these strong animals in their natural habitat!

Around 300 elephants gather at the banks of Minneriya Lake

Tsingy astonishes with its razor-sharp limestone spires summits as well as its exotic inhabitants

Ruby-throated hummingbirds visit Massachusetts to nest and breed every summer

Dreaming about seeing sharks swimming in the open Red Sea? Not a bad idea, but try not to become their prey

The national hunting and eating of the pilot whales for many people may seem an oddity, but for Faroese this has been a long time tradition

A plentitude of rare treats await the avid birdwatchers in both Southern and Northern California

Enjoy a truly unique and often hilarious experience at the Reindeer Racing Championship

Tasmania's wombats might be your cutest experience on the island. You can trace them by the cubic poop

Mexico remains one of few countries where this traditional entertainment is still legal, but it feels like it's to be banned soon

Get into the festive spirit while walking or driving through spectacular holiday lights

Alaska is one of the few regions in the world where it is possible to spot polar bears

Gannet couples demonstrate a strong sense of paternal responsibility fighting for the right to hatch their single egg​

Enjoy tiny hummingbirds, flying all over Utah

Thousands of spiders can be spotted on roads, trails, and even in backyards

The Galapagos Islands warm season is a perfect time to see the hammerheads and mantas

Cute flightless baby kiwis are safer and closer to humans at Rainbow Springs, kiwi wildlife park in Rotorua

You might discover a hummer zipping around your backyards at any time of the year, but the warm season is the most promising

Go for a ride with a team of huskies in a picturesque backcountry

For nearly five months, Colorado hosts thousands of wee birds on the move

The Galapagos is the place where you can easily meet fantastic green turtles

Are you brave enough to lure a bull into the sea?

About 40,000 flamingos gather in one place to bring up their chicks

Watch a great celebration of local communities, when hundreds of wild horses return to farm homes in the fall

Watch million cute birds fly around beautiful Icelandic fjords and islands

Instead of the usual hotel, Mongolia offers something unique and authentic—traditional nomadic ger camping

Run, Rudolph, run! This festival in Alaska offers a unique blend of winter fun and Alaskan tradition

A day on the beach with turtles—this is a perfect retreat Hawaiian style

The clear waters of Bora Bora are a great place to see migrating dolphins

The most hilarious and astonishing thing you might see in Morocco is the goat trees

The seemingly lifeless blood-red lake, plain rocks, and salt deposits may surprise with rare flamingos and other wildlife

Cliffs, hills, mountains, canyons, torrents and the valleys of Mallorca await you

Caribou herds migrate across Alaska twice a year. And both times are equally impressive

This park is not fenced off, deer roam where they want

Have you ever seen a walrus in your life? In Alaska, you can see hundreds of them at one​ spot

Marking the last day of Khmer year, the festival is dedicated to ancestors and is a mix of solemn peaceful celebration and full of adrenaline festive activities

Have you ever held a baby sea turtle in your hands? This is a great occasion to carry a whole dozen

In Rio, capybaras live in parks so you'll have an opportunity to watch baby capybaras play and socialize right in the middle of the city

June through November is a perfect time to see the unbelievable whale sharks on the Galapagos Islands

If you need some cuteness while on safari, go now!

Watch a stunning natural phenomenon when over 600,000 sandhill cranes land in Nebraska

Hear the calls of humpback whales in the waters around Bora Bora

Better not to intrude into the huge mammals' pre-breeding fights and stay away until they settle territorial disputes

This equestrian event in Avignon is an elegant and original spectacle

Gibbons were once major population in Thailand, but due to illegal hunting and capturing, the amounts of these cute guys have been falling rapidly

It means hundreds of fluffy sheep running along the street of Te Kuiti, the world's shearing capital

Tawaki is the only penguin in the world that lives in the rainforest and not in the icebergs' surroundings

Trekking in the rainforests can be somewhat challenging, but very rewarding with magnificent vistas and untouched nature

If you think ducks can't work in the wine-making business, visit South Africa and see for yourself

There's no better way to experience the size and the magnificence of Greenland

Catch a glimpse of the little flying jewels with iridescent feathers in the Badger State

Dozens of sea turtles crawling to and from the sea means nesting season is on in Cancun

Take a close look at grizzly bears in the mountains

One of the rarest seals in the world can still be found in Madeira

Rides, games, food, and lots of entertainment

Come to see wild Portugal

The inquisitive great white shark's eyes staring at you will remain in your memory for a long time

The fauna of Patagonia includes cute llamas, fast pumas, grand Andean condors, penguins, sea lions, and dolphins

One of the most important and majestic celebrations in Thailand!

A classic way to explore the majestic Greenland nature in winter

Autumn soft offshore breezes create perfect consitions for surfing

Visit National Park Zuid-Kennemerland now to witness some macho behaviour of deers

Track the world's tiniest bird passing over the Lone Star State

Millions of little flying mammals await dusk to fly out of their summer homes in search of food

Our wee friends flock to the Sunshine State as eagerly as tourists do

These fast and small jewels make for a first-rate backyard birdwatching

Catch a glimpse of tiny wonder-birds in Alabama

Your heart rate will rise in the presence of some of these deadly sea predators, swimmers can join the packs in water, while non-swimmers may watch the action from aboard

Head to Ireland for the cutest experience of seeing woolly sheep babies

The favorite fish delicacy of the Arecibo region

View dozens of tiny, swift, and bold ruby-throats in the Buckeye State during their breeding season

Salinas near Ulcinj became the home for hundreds of flamingos. Come and see for yourself!

Every fall, thousands of tarantulas roam the desert looking for a mate

Around 200 fluffy residents of this village enjoy its diverse infrastructure with fox hotels as an alternative to fox houses, also fox feeding area, and even fox shrine—everything to cater their needs

Caribou d​eer are an integral part of Alaskan wildlife. Every fall, these animals migrate across Kobuk River. Watch them in their natural habitat!

Even predators can be cute and friendly, if you know how to behave

One of the seven natural wonders of Portugal

Pooches let their ego shine at the largest dog costume parade in the world

A picturesque horse race in the heart of historical Siena

Watching recently-hatched baby turtles "rushing" towards the sea is adorable and affordable for everyone

Wash an elephant in a waterfall, deep in a beautiful jungle. This area is considered as the largest indigenous region in Cambodia; however it may change soon due to the tourism expansion

Have you seen how chameleon changes colours? The world's smallest species is found only in Madagascar

Your backyard could become the "first port in the storm" for these tiny fellows having just flown hundreds of miles above the open waters

Witness the birth of coral reef—a recently discovered phenomenon that sparks with bubbles and colour!

Native Texas spiders leave their burrows en masse in search for females

Discover natural Christmas trees in mangrove forests

With the toughest terrain to pass, the Mongol Derby is considered to be the most challenging and longest horse race in the world

The tradition of buffalo races is a long one in Jembrana

The trip to Staffa amazes with wildlife encounters, puffin colonies, and the geometric shapes of Fingal's Cave

It is a lifetime experience at the edge of the world

Some of the zippy little guys visit the Peach State between spring and fall, while others stay here over winter

This scenic Canada coastline is called Iceberg Alley owing to hundreds of icebergs passing by in late spring and early summer

Though today there is no need to protect the Scottish borders, the Scots still celebrate their centuries-old traditions and history

Blooming lavender and dancing butterflies are a perfect combination for a romantic trip

Minkes, humpbacks, fins, orcas, and playful bottlenose dolphins will amuse you during the seasonal cruises

Join an old Alaskan tradition—a long dog race across the state!

Autumn is the most colorful time of the year in Yosemite

Watch hummingbirds escape the cold in this beautiful state

Go on a thrilling ocean adventure and see these majestic marine creatures in Zanzibar

Along with cute Chilean penguins you can see their friendly cohabitants including sea lions and lots of birds

Penguins love to hang out on the Boulders beach a lot, but in summer they are exceptionally playful

Have you ever seen fish block traffic? Such phenomenon is not unusual in Washington

To see the world's tiniest and most lovable bird is a rare but memorable experience in Minnesota

Johnny Depp, Eddie Murphy, and Bill Gates—the Bahamas have quite a long list of notable residents. Who could ever know that the swimming pigs would outshine all the rest?

Meet the gentle giants during their migration

Cross the desert like a true Bedouin, atop a camel

The lightning bugs illuminate the summer evenings in the wilds of Southern Ontario

Watch the races at one of the most beautiful racing tracks in the world

A wonderful alternative to whaling from Hokkaido to Okinawa

The event to apreciate the hard work of buffaloes is full of adrenaline and competitions

Catch a glimpse of native ruby-throated hummers until the tropics beckon them back south

Check where your favourite beverage comes from and don't forget to try some green tea ice cream and green tea noodle soup

From urban parks to railway routes—fall in Nashville and beyond is fantastic

The enchanted forest, not far from Mexico City, is taken over by fireflies

Watch thousands of tarantulas on the march through Nevada desert

Ruby-throated hummers abound throughout Pennsylvania during the warm season

Endless flocks of pink flamingos occupy the wetland for the winter season

Whales are the largest mammals in the world. Seeing them is a truly unforgettable experience!

Entice these buzzy flying jewels into your yard

An encounter with a real crocodile is an amusing and awe-inspiring experience ​that requires caution

Hunting for falcons is not an easy task, yet Bedouins have been doing it for ages and are eager to pass on their skills

It may sound strange but even in a concrete jungle of New York City you'll find farms and gardens. Although they are a bit unusual!

Prepare your backyard properly and stand a chance to observe eight types of hummers in Oregon

Check out several magnificent species of whales though you may feel smaller than ever

Pink dolphins are so popular that they have become a mascot of Hong Kong

By the end of Christmas season, thousands of Santa's helpers set off for the two-month long trip across the frozen plains

From time to time, land crabs invade backyards and streets in South Florida

Gotland is so proud of their sheep that it is featured on the flag! Moreover, these sheep​ are unique and insanely cute

A month of activities filled with color, concerts, and fireworks

A glowing field of fireflies over bioluminescent plants and other natural wonders of Taiwan

Tasmania's special small and cute kanragoo-animals

Get closer to the beautiful creatures of the ocean depths. The Canary Islands is the place to go if you want to meet whales and dolphins

This strange, dancing, airy body is neither tornado nor ghost, but a million starlings!

Hatching season is a special time of the year in Puerto Rico

Some sea turtles drift in the Caribbean waters year-round, but specific types gather near Barbados in certain seasons

You'll meet green monkeys year-round, but watching the babies carried by their mothers is possible only in season

A mysterious natural phenomenon leaves vets puzzled

Check out the only officially approved beach horse race in Europe!

A mixture of pagan and Christian traditions, Lomisoba is a colorful insight into Georgian culture

Ruby-throated hummingbirds nest and breed in Maryland every summer

The symphony of light in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

This show isn't for the faint-hearted, but for some, this tradition is a work of art

The world's smallest marsupial, the quokka, lives on the Rottnest Island and is considered to be the world's happiest animal

Swimming with these bizarre-colored friendly creatures is a lot of fun

A rare spectacle of thousands of budgies flocking in huge swarms

For Sami, the people who live in Northern Lapland, reindeer means life itself

Musselburgh Racecourse provides year round great racing action with 27 racedays

An idyllic retreat spot at an official UNESCO World Heritage Site with clear turquoise water, green hills, endless blue skies, and striking pink sands

Half a million feathered travellers take a break during their spring migration to feed and rest at the Platte River

An endangered unique deer that can be seen only in one nature preserve

Long Island is one of the best whale-watching destinations on the East Coast

Immerse yourself in Canadian wilderness and meet the rare Spirit Bear

An impressive variety of rarest birds can be found in the forests of Mauritius

The annual sheep herding festival in Idaho's Basque Country

Have a paradisal weekend in the state’s most popular state park

This tiny animal is unlike any other deer in the world

Estonian bogs offer something beautiful and mysterious every season

Sea lions, penguins, and pelicans are good neighbours on the Ballestas Islands

This annual event draws crowds to the largest island on the Great Salt Lake. It's a unique experience for both the spectators and participants

The Española island is a fascinating and intriguing place for meeting the waved albatrosses

Used to be called "precious" by Aztecs, resplendent quetzal is considered to be the most beautiful bird on Earth

The world-known zoo surprises with a variety of entertainment for everybody