Animal Life

Watching fireflies is a summer obsession for the Japanese

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

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

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

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

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

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

Witness the traditional Moroccan horsemanship spectacle

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

About half a dozen hummingbirds species visit South Carolina

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Take a great selfie with a gorgeous pink greater flamingo

Best place in Europe to see amphibians and reptiles

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

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

A colorful army comes to eat the minerals

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

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

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

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

Enjoy tiny hummingbirds, flying all over Utah

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

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

Watch this gorgeous dance of horses

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

Witness one of the greatest miracles of the world

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rides, games, food, and lots of entertainment

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

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

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

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

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

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

A picturesque horse race in the heart of historical Siena

The favorite fish delicacy of the Arecibo region

A wonderful alternative to whaling from Hokkaido to Okinawa

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Around 300 elephants gather at the banks of Minneriya Lake

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

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

Go back in time to the Middle Ages and experience jousting tournaments, performances, and fun exhibits

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

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

Catch a glimpse of tiny wonder-birds in Alabama

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

The cutest dog show in the ancestral home of golden retrievers

Celebrate American Independence Memphis style!

The tradition of buffalo races is a long one in Jembrana

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

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

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

Ruby-throated hummingbirds nest and breed in Maryland every summer

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

The largest fair of New Jersey offers old-fashioned fun

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

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

You can easily seduce a couple of tiny nectar drinking birds to your backyard with feeders or suitable blooms

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Enjoy hummingbirds in Nebraska during the summer months

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

Watch hummingbirds escape the cold in this beautiful state

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

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

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

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

Watch thousands of tarantulas on the march through Nevada desert

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

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

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

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

Riding donkeys is a big tourist attraction that has raised questions of danger and cruelty

Watch million cute birds fly around beautiful Icelandic fjords and islands

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

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

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

Nothing can beat a good ol' fair in the Midwest

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

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

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

Find out what the most passionate bullfight in Spain looks like, at the famous La Maestranza bullring

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

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

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

Discover some of the largest European sea creatures at the first Greek marine natural preserve

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

A fun day on the beach with hundreds of cute short-legged dogs

Visit one of the best states for hummingbird watching

Snakes have been an object of fascination, fear, and suspicion since ancient times

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

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

Discover natural Christmas trees in mangrove forests

A top experience for nature enthusiasts in Ireland

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

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

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

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

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

Watch the annual butterfly spectacle as tiny creatures fill the sky with colors

Mangrove forests and river banks come alive at night with thousands of flashing lights

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

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

One of the most important and majestic celebrations in Thailand!

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

This equestrian event in Avignon is an elegant and original spectacle

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

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

Autumn soft offshore breezes create perfect consitions for surfing

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

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

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

Take a close look at grizzly bears in the mountains

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

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

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

It is a lifetime experience at the edge of the world

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

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

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

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

Come to see wild Portugal

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

Autumn is the most colorful time of the year in Yosemite

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

Don't miss the chance to experience the "white nights" full of exciting ways to spend time

Meet the gentle giants during their migration

Taking sheep up or bringing them down from the mountains is a great occasion to celebrate folk traditions in a hillside village

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

The islands along Maine's coastline is the only place in the USA which Atlantic puffins may call their summer home

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

Cheerful folks flood Downtown Fort Wayne to celebrate their nation's freedom

Now giant sharks are more frequent visitors of English coastal waters

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

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

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

A classic way to explore the majestic Greenland nature in winter

The symphony of light in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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

Entice these buzzy flying jewels into your yard

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

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

Ruby-throated hummers abound throughout Pennsylvania during the warm season

Cruising in Boston Harbor is even more enjoyable when your companions are whales, dolphins, and seabirds

This attraction is only for those who don't have reptiles on their list of personal phobias

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

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

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

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

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

There are at least seven species of sea turtles that hang out on the shores of Sri Lanka to nest

Royal Ascot combines exquisite English fashion with high-quality racing

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

One of the seven natural wonders of Portugal

Do you love guinea pigs or 'cuy' in the same way as Peruvians do?

The best time to spot native to Oklahoma spiders in the wild

The greatest attraction or the greatest risk? Maybe both!

A must-do summer sea excursion in coastal Maine

Tens of thousands of black shark fins just a few meters from the beach can scare the hell out of anyone

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

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

This wee zippy bird moves so fast that you'll have to try hard to take a nice picture

It is impossible to miss this beach: you can watch endlessly funny Elephant Seals

These noble creatures are left to wonder freely throughout Denmark

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

Crete is home to all kinds of endemic wildlife

La Jolla is the best place to see seals and sea lions in San Diego

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

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