Photo of Anna's hummingbird by Darwin Fan 📸

#Nature #Natureislit #WildlifePhotography #Animals #Fascinating https://t.co/8cbO0WoBP2

A flying fox dips into a pond for a drink 🦇

Photographed by Francisco Martins

#FlyingFox #Bat #Nature #Natureislit #WildlifePhotography #Animals #Fascinating #Interesting https://t.co/wojPqTAN2x

Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backwards 

Their wings flap so fast (up to 80 times a second) which gives them the unique ability to fly in any direction!

#FunFact #Animals #Birdwatching #Hummingbird #Wildlife https://t.co/YgTLErI8oj

What's the funniest thing your dog (or a dog you know) has ever done?  #NationalPuppyDay 

These puppies need to stick together! (Especially during a thunderstorm) 🥹⛈ #NationalPuppyDay #mastiffpuppies 

Stream #TooCute! on @discoveryplus. https://t.co/hqMIdzJh8z

Photos by Vieler Photography  📸

This talented photographer is known for using treats to capture these incredible action shots of #dogs. Which one is your favorite? 

#DogsCatchingTreats #PetLovers #Adorable #Funny https://t.co/NgJbpd1CgS

Time to wake up! 

It's the #FirstDayOfSpring and bears, bats, and frogs are just some of the animals starting to come out of their hibernation. 🧸

Photographed by Paul Souders, Jenny Thompson, and Annick Vanderschelden.

#SpringEquinox https://t.co/eDAVBHTPgQ

Brazilian porcupines are herbivores that eat mostly bark, leaves, and fruit.  🦔

Photographed by Mark Newman https://t.co/FP2ESwJlrp

Images by @itsryanwilkes

“Life is a cycle that constantly unfolds with wonder and awe. Just like this Anna's hummingbird, feeding her new brood. So far, she’s doing an excellent job nurturing the next generation of tiny warriors of the sky.”

#WomensHistoryMonth https://t.co/FUBSf4nOCe

In honor of #StPatricksDay, we’re spotlighting an #Irish dog breed. The Irish setter! 

This breed goes back to the 1800s, where they were used to help Irish huntsmen. Now, they are famously good family dogs due to their sweet temperament and love for fetch!

#StPatricksDay2023 https://t.co/vWFJ3iOdXs

This is a thorny devil: a species of lizard that eats ants and can live for up to 20 years 🦎

#Australia #Wildlife #WildlifePhotography #Animals #Desert #Reptile #Lizard https://t.co/juFAdedOst

The answer is.... a #brownbear!  

Photographed by Mike Korostelev https://t.co/0bgOUSNuSo

#GuessingGame: Does this snout belong to a dog or bear? 

Answer in the replies (no peeking!) https://t.co/XujikjcZh6

Oxpeckers eat ticks and other parasites on a giraffe's neck. The birds get a meal and the giraffe gets relief from pests in this #mutualistic relationship. 🦒

#Wildlife #Safari #Giraffe #SouthAfrica #Explore #Photography https://t.co/UbYgqQ17Us

Saturday #mood 🦛 

Did you know that when baby hippos are born, they weigh around 100 pounds? 

#Wildlifephotography #hippo #Africa #Animals #Baby https://t.co/TPIRDWocwd

A kangaroo lick it’s arm to cool down on a hot day 

Their forearms have a dense network of blood vessels, and as the moisture evaporates it takes some heat away from the warm blood.

#Kangaroo #Australia #Summer #Wildlife #Photography #Animals https://t.co/gQPv0E0xC1

Caption this 

A rockhopper #penguin calls for a mate during mating season. This species is easily identified by their red eyes and yellow feathers. They're also one of the smaller penguin species, growing to weigh only about 5.5 pounds in adulthood. https://t.co/3nxmClopa8

Happy #InternationalWomensDay 🦁

In the animal kingdom, the #lioness (literally) brings home the bacon. They do the majority of hunting for their pride, and are usually better hunters than their male counterparts. #WomensHistoryMonth https://t.co/w2pV3Y77tw

#FunFact: Some shrimp like to dance!

Cleaner #shrimp dance to attract fish to come get “cleaned” AKA the shrimp will eat the parasites living on that fish. This is known as a mutualistic relationship.

Video by @GeorgiaAquarium https://t.co/J0L5K4WcEo

Two baby Sri Lankan elephants play together 

This #WorldWildlifeDay, we are showcasing a species that is well loved, but one of many that is endangered: the elephant. Amidst habitat loss, new laws have brought hope in protecting these gentle giants for future generations. https://t.co/2Cl3kfCeOY