In Pictures: Camel calves and Christmas canines among 2024’s animal highlights

2024 marked many new animal arrivals, from newborn babies to rescues from overseas.

Thursday 02 January 2025 05:00 EST

Yuna, a lioness found abandoned in Ukraine, will be moved to her new home at the Big Cat Sanctuary in Smarden, Kent (The Big Cat Sanctuary/PA) (PA Media)

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If there is one thing we can depend on to lighten our spirits, it’s the animal kingdom.

As war raged in Ukraine and the Middle East and elections across the globe dominated headlines, we could depend on our furry friends to spread some hope and joy this year.

Here are some of our favourite animal highlights for 2024:

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In Pictures: Camel calves and Christmas canines among 2024’s animal highlights

2024 marked many new animal arrivals, from newborn babies to rescues from overseas.

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