We fawned over him as a baby, rooted for him to find love, sympathized when he lost his caretaker, and celebrated birthdays with him. But our favorite polar bear, Knut, passed away on Saturday. Most polar bears can live for up to 30 years in captivity, but Knut was only four when he died; zoo officials aren't yet sure what caused his death. We'll miss following his adventures, but for now, let's Read more

The trunk of an elephant may be one of the most precisely prehensile features in the animal kingdom, but try telling that to this days-old Asian elephant calf born at Tierpark Hellabrunn Zoo in Berlin! He's just beginning to figure out what to do with such a long nose, and his wobbly legs just barely hold up his 225-pound body! But we're sure he will be making mischief in no time. Read more

Four dingo pups entered the world in January at the Tierpark Friedrichsfelde Zoo in Berlin, and at nearly two months old, they are cute as can be. Long perceived as pests by the modern livestock industry, these wild canines are still a vital part of Australia's ecological landscape and natural history. Click through to see some darling dingo pups, and learn a few facts about these noble feral Read more

Have you ever seen a sweeter little face? Here, proud mama Safra, a Toque macaque, holds on tight to her 5-week-old baby. The little guy was born at the Berlin Zoo on Oct. 22. Keep clicking for more unbearable cuteness! Read more

This adorable baby hippo was recently born at the Berlin Zoo to a proud mother named Nicole. The happy newborn hippo is the latest addition to the hippos at the zoological garden. Check out these sweet pictures of this baby hippo getting to know his mama! Read more