The elephants love a rainy day — the wetter the better. It rained so much the ground got floody, which is all right with them ’cause they love to get muddy.
Elephants
Comfort and Joy
Cutetropolis reader Skimpy found this extraordinary story of an orphan elephant and the caring people who rescued her, including one man who stayed around the clock to give her comfort.
Links: Second Things First
Well, is it a first or a second? Make up your mind!
Columbus Zoo Welcomes Second Baby Asian Elephant This Year, a Historic First
People, via NTMTOM
It just felt like a good idea.
40 Handmade Felted Pets That Look Shockingly Real
Bored Panda, via Andrew Y.
I’m wise beyond my weeks.
They Take in a ‘Ten-day-old’ Kitten, Turns Out the Cat is Much Older
Love Meow, via Andrew Y.
And finally: Belly Up to the Banana Bar
Andrew Y. brings us parrot snack time.
This is the best thing i've seen today!! 😊♥️ pic.twitter.com/18MWke1Gma
— Nature is Phenomenal (@AnimalGeoLife) October 18, 2025
Super-size Soccer Star
Chana the clever elephant shows off some fancy footwork as she kicks around her indestructi-ball.