baby animals

Turtles aren’t exactly the most exciting animal in the world. They’re cool and all, but it’s not like we can cuddle up to their shells shell or play fetch with the little guys. But though turtles are lacking in the fun pet qualifications department, we’ve discovered they’re still jolly ol’ nuggets.

Sloths have always been cute little things, but we have Kristen Bell to thank for bringing their sheer adorableness to light this time last year. Sure, the actress is really, really emotionally attached to the animals, but we honestly can't blame her. Sloths make any situation like, 20 times cuter. Taking a bath? Check. Wearing onesies? You betcha!

We have to admit, the results of this contest aren't too surprising. Sincerely, it's hard to imagine anything cuter than a baby tiger playing on a couch, which is why this video of a baby tiger jumping on the couch is taking home the prize for the Best Animal Video of 2012.

Utica, NY (WIBX) - Coky, Murphy, and Baby Zoey are now named and officially part of the public exhibits at the Utica Zoo.

Utica, NY (WIBX) - One of the baby lion cubs at the Utica Zoo now has a name.

Utica, NY (WIBX) - One of the Utica Zoo's three newest babies is marking an important milestone in her life.

It's happening this Saturday, August 4, 2012, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.

Utica , NY (WIBX) - Kept under wraps for just about six weeks, two African lion cubs born at the Utica Zoo are joining big brother Donovan who turned a year old this spring.