Zookeepers were left devastated after a pair of unlikely animal best friends were put to sleep on the same day, so neither would have to face life alone. Johnson, a nine-year-old capybara, and Al ...

14 hours ago · Heartbroken zoo fans were left in tears after two inseparable animal pals were put to sleep on the same day – so neither would have to face life alone.

2 days ago · A tapir and a capybara with a strong bond are euthanised on the same day so neither would be lonely.

1 day ago · Zookeepers put down unlikely animal best friends on same day so neither would be lonely Posted 2026-02-24, The Daily Mail Headlines photo

1 day ago · A tapir and a capybara that had developed a strong bond were put to sleep on the same day so neither would be lonely. Keepers at Newquay Zoo said the decision had been taken to …

Johnson, a nine-year-old capybara, and Al, a 20-year-old Brazilian tapir, shared a long-standing friendship within the confines of Newquay Zoo's South American enclosure.

Jan 29, 2025 · From predators cuddling their usual prey to animals that should have zero interaction forming inseparable bonds, these friendships defy logic. Whether it’s a dog-playing parent or a baby …

Jun 21, 2025 · Suryia, a sociable orangutan, found an unlikely friend in Roscoe, a stray dog who wandered into a wildlife reserve. Despite their differences, the two quickly formed a bond over …

In South Africa, an elephant named Themba and a sheep called Albert formed an unlikely friendship that warmed the hearts of many. Themba was orphaned as a calf, and the staff at the Shamwari …

Feb 10, 2026 · These unusual animal friendships demonstrate that companionship can transcend biological programming, offering heartwarming examples of unexpected connections.